Stacey Tai
Te Kaha,BOP
Summary
Dedicated Kaiako with a proven track record in Kura and Kohanga Reo, specializing in curriculum development and fostering student engagement. Leveraged interactive learning and classroom management to significantly enhance academic performance. Skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive lesson plans that cater to diverse learning strategies, promoting active participation and mutual respect in a positive learning environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Kaiako/ Teacher
Te Kaha Nui a Tiki Kohanga Reo
- Created dynamic lesson plans to encourage active learning.
- Enhanced student understanding through diverse teaching methods.
- Enhanced student achievement by designing engaging and effective lesson plans.
- Coordinated efforts with faculty for uniformity in curriculum objectives.
Teacher's Assistant
Te Kura O Kutarere
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Kaiako/ Reliving Teacher
Te Kura O Te Whanau a Apanui
02.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster active learning and student participation.
- Enhanced student understanding through integration of varied instructional strategies.
- Taught core subjects, enhancing academic performance with innovative educational tools.
- Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum objectives and ensure curriculum consistency.
Kaiako/ Teacher
Te Puna O Te Aroha Kohanga Reo
01.2016 - 01.2023
Educational Assistant
Te Pou Oranga O Te Whakatohea
02.2009 - 12.2012
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Packer
EastPack Opotiki
06.2002 - 03.2009
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
- Managed workload effectively under pressure during peak periods while maintaining focus on quality control measures.
Education
Opotiki College
Opotiki2005
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori O Waioweka
Waioweka1999
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Learning strategies
- Interactive learning
Timeline
Kaiako/ Reliving Teacher
Te Kura O Te Whanau a Apanui
02.2025 - Current
Kaiako/ Teacher
Te Puna O Te Aroha Kohanga Reo
01.2016 - 01.2023
Educational Assistant
Te Pou Oranga O Te Whakatohea
02.2009 - 12.2012
Packer
EastPack Opotiki
06.2002 - 03.2009
Kaiako/ Teacher
Te Kaha Nui a Tiki Kohanga Reo
Teacher's Assistant
Te Kura O Kutarere
Opotiki College
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori O Waioweka
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