Tahlia Povey
Mackytown,Paeroa
Summary
Passionate beginning teacher with experience in creating engaging lesson plans and implementing innovative teaching strategies. Strengths include strong communication skills, classroom management, and fostering collaborative learning environments. Proficient in working with diverse age groups and skill levels. Committed to fostering a love for learning and inspiring educational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Teacher
Karangahake school
Karangahake, Paeroa
01.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to tamariki.
- Implemented lesson plans and activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure akonga success.
- Followed school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Enhanced cultural awareness through Tikanga and use of Te reo.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behaviour.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Created a safe and secure environment conducive to learning, while managing challenging behaviors.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Prepared and delivered instruction suited to varied learning levels (years 0 -8).
- Assessed akonga understanding through formative and summative methods.
- Integrated real-world examples to make learning relevant and engaging.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Encouraged participation and active learning in the classroom.
Teacher Aide
Karangahake school
Karangahake, Paeroa
09.2019 - 07.2024
- Created a structured and nurturing environment for all tamariki
- Promoted innovative approaches to tackle challenges.
- Aided in teaching groups with a focus on math and literacy
- Participated in collective efforts to boost student achievement
- Cultivated supportive learning environment using affirmative reinforcement
- Assisted in implementing Individual Education Plans.
- Cultivated an environment for meaningful student conversations
- Established positive relationships with learners and parents.
- Encouraged agency within the classroom setting.
- Provided support for classroom instruction
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Attended several professional development, including neurodiversity, hearing impaired, and first aid workshops.
- Assisted in the dispensing of medication.
- Coached and supervised after-school activities, such as touch teams.
Disability Support Worker
IDEA services
Paeroa, Paeroa
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Supported service users with routine activities, including shopping, meal prep, and housework.
- Collaborated with professionals to develop treatment plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes in behaviour or health conditions to team management.
- Coordinated programs based on individual requirements.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- Communicated regularly with whanau regarding care plans and updates.
Education
Bachelor of Primary Teaching - Primary Education
University of Waikato
Hamilton04-2025
Skills
- Communication
- Curriculum implementation
- Motivating akonga, and promoting engagement
- Excellent classroom/behaviour management
- Group and individual instruction
- Creative lesson planning
- Critical Thinking
- Data-driven teaching practice
- Differentiated instruction
- Risk assessments
- First-aid and CPR
- Computer skills
- Goal setting and reflection
- Disability awareness
Certification
- First aid certificate - current.
- Health and wellbeing certificate Level 2.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Relief Teacher
Karangahake school
01.2023 - Current
Teacher Aide
Karangahake school
09.2019 - 07.2024
Disability Support Worker
IDEA services
01.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Primary Teaching - Primary Education
University of Waikato
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