Shafreena Begum
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with over 11 years in teaching, including four years as a primary school teacher in Fiji and seven years as an early childhood teacher in New Zealand. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Education (Early Childhood) and a Diploma in Primary Education, I possess a strong foundation in developing engaging and inclusive learning environments. My diverse experience across different educational systems has equipped me with the ability to adapt teaching methodologies to meet the needs of diverse students. Passionate about fostering holistic development and nurturing a love for learning in young children, I am committed to driving academic and social growth in my students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Nurture Early Learning Centre
01.2024 - Current
- Established clear expectations for children's behavior and academic success at beginning of each school year.
- I tailor my teaching methods to meet the different learning needs of my students. This means I adapt lessons so that everyone can understand and enjoy what they are learning.
- I like to include real-life examples in my lessons to help the kids connect with the material. This makes learning more interesting and relevant for them.
- I create a friendly and safe environment where all children feel valued and excited to explore new ideas.
- I regularly communicate with parents to update them on their child's progress and to collaborate on supporting their learning at home.
- I organize fun activities and hands-on experiences that promote social skills, creativity, and critical thinking.
Teacher
Bear Park
07.2018 - 01.2023
- Preparing activities to meet children's needs and abilities.
- Cultural awareness
- Excellent communication skills
- Friendly and approachable
- Time management skills
- Time management skills and classroom management skills.
- Teaching all subjects which includes Mathematics, English, Science, Art and Craft, Sports and Physical Education.
- Behaviour management skills.
- Liaison with parents about children's learning and development.
- Prepare and Acquire knowledge for investigations and emerging interest.
- Prepare learning reports and update folders and prepare and document children's learning and development.
- Writing learning stories/ daily diaries and documenting a child's learning journey.
- Reason for leaving: Moving near to home / looking for new environment to expand my knowledge and skills.
Teacher
Ministry of Education
06.2014 - 03.2017
- Worked one-on-one with students who needed additional support or accommodations due to special needs.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students and encourage active learning.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons whenever possible to make content relevant for students.
- Assessed student learning using both formative and summative methods, including quizzes, projects, and presentations.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate In Education - Educational Leadership And Management
New Zealand Tertiary College
Auckland02-2026
Bachelor in Education - Early Childhood
New Zealand Tertiary College
Auckland09-2024
Higher Education Diploma - Primary Education
Fiji National University (FNU)
Fiji Island12-2013
Postgraduate Diploma in Education - Early Childhood Education
NewZealand Tertiary College
Auckland, NZSkills
- Behaviour management skills
References
- Wasuda, Teacher, 0224256516, Auckland
- Karishma, Vedanayagam, Teacher, 0224688641, Auckland
Languages
- Hindi
- English
- Te reo
Hobbies
Reading, Gardening, Cooking, Traveling
Timeline
Teacher
Nurture Early Learning Centre
01.2024 - Current
Teacher
Bear Park
07.2018 - 01.2023
Teacher
Ministry of Education
06.2014 - 03.2017
Postgraduate Certificate In Education - Educational Leadership And Management
New Zealand Tertiary College
Bachelor in Education - Early Childhood
New Zealand Tertiary College
Higher Education Diploma - Primary Education
Fiji National University (FNU)
Postgraduate Diploma in Education - Early Childhood Education
NewZealand Tertiary College