Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
MEASURABLE IMPACT SNAPSHOT
LEADERSHIP & ADDITIONAL EXPERTISE
PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Referees
Timeline
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Shruti

Shruti

Auckland,New Zealand

Summary

Innovative NZ-trained primary educator with over a decade of experience focused on improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for students from New Entrant to Year 8. Specializes in Structured Literacy (BSLA), digital integration as an Apple Learning Coach, inquiry learning, and culturally responsive practices aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Demonstrates a proven track record of delivering measurable impact through relational pedagogy and leadership in digital innovation and wellbeing initiatives. Committed to creating inclusive, high-trust environments that empower all learners to excel academically, socially, and emotionally.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Collaborative Teaching Model

Ormiston Primary School
Auckland
01.2023 - Current
  • Accelerated literacy and numeracy outcomes for learners through structured literacy and digital integration.
  • Increased staff digital competency by 45% (coached 15+ teachers; pre/post survey data).
  • Designed and implemented integrated, cross-curricular programs embedding literacy across science, arts, and inquiry.
  • Led student Hauora and leadership initiative with 85% sustained growth in student leadership (term tracking).
  • Developed and implemented high-quality IEPs for diverse learners; trusted with high-needs support.
  • Mentored 3 student teachers (MIT/AUT)-90% rated pedagogy- “exemplary.”

New Entrants Teacher

Opunake Primary School- Apple Distinguished School
Taranaki
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Facilitated adoption of Better Start Literacy Approach (BSLA) to support improved early literacy development.
  • Monitored and assessed learner progress, resulting in 22 of 25 students advancing 1.5 curriculum levels across three terms.
  • Implemented effective teaching methods that led to 82% measurable comprehension gains in student performance.
  • Implemented strategies to maintain 100% attendance while enabling 75% of learners to match in-class progress through tailored online instruction.
  • Facilitated mindfulness training sessions that effectively decreased off-task behavior by 32%.
  • Participated in 2022 Taranaki Apple Education Event, representing school and facilitating discussions with over 100 educators.
  • Facilitated the authentic use of te reo Māori within everyday teaching activities to promote language preservation and appreciation.
  • Achieved recognition for enhancing educational experiences at Apple Distinguished School. Improved student engagement through effective technology integration.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes through effective team collaboration and innovative strategies.

New Entrants – Year 1

Avalon Primary School
Wellington
01.2020 - 2020
  • Designed engaging play-based transition curriculum, resulting in significant improvements in oral language assessment scores.
  • Implemented targeted strategies to achieve 72% numeracy progress for priority learners.
  • Analyzed student voice data to identify areas for improvement, leading to a 40% enhancement in wellbeing engagement.
  • Developed and executed specialized numeracy strategies to enhance learning outcomes for diverse student populations.

Reading Recovery Tutor (Y1–8)

University of Waikato Reading Recovery Centre
Hamilton
01.2019 - 2019
  • Delivered intensive 1:1 intervention.
  • 79% of students achieved 12+ months reading age gain within 10 weeks.
  • Gains sustained one year post-intervention.

Specialist Science and Math Educator

International Teaching Experience
India
01.2008 - 01.2017

1. Premier Educational Institution-The Shri Ram School (Top 5 School – India | Cambridge/IB/ICSE/IGCSE)

  • Year 4–5 Homeroom | Specialist: Math, Science, English | Environment Coordinator

2. Ambience Public School (Ranked #1 Holistic Education)

  • Year 4–8 Math, Science & English

3. Army Public School- A premier institute for children of war veterans &

serving soldiers

  • Year 1 Homeroom | Year 6–7 Science

4. Kindergarten Teacher (5 Schools) | Special Needs Volunteer

(India)

5. International Contributions

  • Delivered globally benchmarked Cambridge & IB-aligned curriculum.
  • Led whole-school environmental education and sustainability initiatives.
  • Designed interdisciplinary science and inquiry programs.
  • Headed the annual school magazine, coordinating staff and student contributions to amplify student voice and celebrate whole-school achievement.
  • Extensive Smartboard and educational technology integration.

Education

Master of Teaching And Learning - Teaching And Learning (Primary)

University of Waikato
Waikato
2019

Master of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

Sikkim Manipal University
India

Bachelor of Education -

University of Kashmir

Bachelor of Science - Botany Honours

Guru Nanak Dev University
India

Skills

  • Structured Literacy & BSLA Implementation
  • Data-Driven Acceleration Strategies
  • Apple Learning Coach Digital Pedagogy Leader
  • Play-Based & Inquiry Learning Design
  • Culturally Responsive Practice Te Reo Māori Integration
  • PB4L & Restorative Classroom Culture
  • IEP Development & Inclusive Education
  • Staff Mentoring & Instructional Coaching
  • Student Leadership & Hauora Initiatives
  • Mentoring student teachers

Accomplishments

  • Invited by Apple Education NZ to present at the 2022 Taranaki Apple Event, sharing best practice in effectively integrating iPads into learning programmes for five-year-old learners, reaching over 100 educators across the Taranaki region.

Certification

  • Better Start Literacy Approach (University of Canterbury)
  • Apple Learning Coach Certification
  • Making Maths Count (Jo Knox)
  • Phonics Workshop – Yolanda Soryl
  • Writing Workshop – Dr. Murray Gadd
  • Healthy Active Schools – HPE
  • Play Make Create – Paula Jamieson
  • Google Educator Certification

MEASURABLE IMPACT SNAPSHOT

Structured Literacy

80%+ acceleration; 1.5 curriculum level gains

Reading Intervention

79% gained 12+ months reading age

Digital Leadership

45% staff growth; 40+ educators supported

Behaviour & Engagement

30% reduction in disruption; 35–38% participation increase

Wellbeing

40% improvement (student voice data)

LEADERSHIP & ADDITIONAL EXPERTISE

  • Teacher Trainer – Orient Blackswan (Pedagogy & Classroom Practice)
  • Motivational Speaker – NGOs, Corporates & Schools
  • Senior Copy Editor – Thomson Reuters Desk, ANI
  • Event & Programme Design Specialist

PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY

  • Every learner is capable of accelerated growth when provided relational safety and explicit instruction.
  • High expectations and high trust coexist.
  • Cultural responsiveness and digital fluency are essential to modern education.
  • Literacy is the gateway to equity.

Referees

1. Mrs Edith Preiss- Primary school teacher, Sports Coordinator, Ormiston Primary School, edithmay.preiss@gmail.com|📱 0273547009

2. Mrs. Lorraine Williamson – Principal (Retired), Opunake Primary School, principal@opunakeprimary.school.nz | 📱 027 290 0005

3. Ms. Jade Choi – Primary School Teacher, Ormiston Primary School,  jadejiwon@hotmail.com | 📱 021 232 2291

Timeline

Collaborative Teaching Model

Ormiston Primary School
01.2023 - Current

New Entrants Teacher

Opunake Primary School- Apple Distinguished School
01.2021 - 01.2023

New Entrants – Year 1

Avalon Primary School
01.2020 - 2020

Reading Recovery Tutor (Y1–8)

University of Waikato Reading Recovery Centre
01.2019 - 2019

Specialist Science and Math Educator

International Teaching Experience
01.2008 - 01.2017

Master of Teaching And Learning - Teaching And Learning (Primary)

University of Waikato

Master of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

Sikkim Manipal University

Bachelor of Education -

University of Kashmir

Bachelor of Science - Botany Honours

Guru Nanak Dev University
Shruti