Sophie Bristow
Papakura,AUK
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong background in bilingual education and creative lesson delivery. Proven ability to engage students through innovative lesson plans, effective communication, and mentoring, ensuring a supportive environment conducive to learning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior School Teacher
Pukekohe North Primary
Pukekohe
03.2022 - 04.2026
- Guided young learners in a Ruumaki junior class to enhance their educational journey.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted collaboration and critical thinking skills.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment for all students.
Junior School Teacher
Kawakawa Primary School
Kawakawa, Bay of Islands
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered educational support in long-term relieving role, contributing to continuity in student learning.
- Working in a bilingual Maaori classroom of 24 students.
- Created engaging lesson plans that increased student participation and improved learning outcomes.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted collaboration and critical thinking skills.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive and productive learning environment.
Kaiako Junior Class - Yr 1-2
Finlayson Park Primary
Manurewa, Auckland
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Working in Junior syndicate Year 1-2 classes.
- Executed day-to-day duties with accuracy and efficiency to support classroom operations.
- Introduced innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and student engagement.
- Worked with total immersion and bilingual kaiako to fulfill educational goals.
Kaiako in Rumaki and Reorua classes
Papakura South Primary School
Papakura, Auckland
01.2000 - 03.2010
- Facilitated learning for Year 1-2 students in junior syndicate
- Executed daily responsibilities with attention to detail and timeliness.
- Proposed creative strategies that improved collaboration and outcomes within the team.
- Collaborated with diverse kaiako to achieve school goals and address challenges aligned with our kaupapa.
Kaiako Ruumaki Junior
Mountain View Primary
Mangere, Auckland
01.1995 - 12.1998
- Supported classroom activities to enhance student learning while working as a kaiawhina.
- Collaborated with diverse groups of kaiako to achieve goals and resolve issues aligned with school kaupapa and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education, Te Huarahi Maaori Pathway
Auckland University
Epsom Auckland12-2000
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Bilingual education
- Te Reo Maaori communication
- Creative lesson delivery
- Effective communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Role model
Timeline
Junior School Teacher
Pukekohe North Primary
03.2022 - 04.2026
Junior School Teacher
Kawakawa Primary School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Kaiako Junior Class - Yr 1-2
Finlayson Park Primary
01.2014 - 08.2019
Kaiako in Rumaki and Reorua classes
Papakura South Primary School
01.2000 - 03.2010
Kaiako Ruumaki Junior
Mountain View Primary
01.1995 - 12.1998
Bachelor of Education - Education, Te Huarahi Maaori Pathway
Auckland University