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Teacher

Te Arohanui Waikato

Rotorua,Selwyn Heights

Summary

Dedicated and experienced teacher with 20+ years of teaching from year 0 to year 10. Experienced in developing and implementing engaged lesson plans using either the New Zealand Curriculum or Te Marautanga o Aotearoa. Competent in creating Assessments for student progress and collaborating with other educators, work colleagues to improve curriculum. Skilled in classroom management student behaviour, assessments, evaluation and communication. Utilizes interactive teaching methods to engage students and enhance learning. Proficient in Numeracy, Mathematics, Geography, New Zealand history and student centered learning. Competent in teaching all Curriculum subjects from year 0 to year 10. Holds a Bachelor of Teaching and a Diploma of Teaching. Fully registered till 13th of August, 2028.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Te Wharekura O Te Kaokaoroa O Patetere
05.2021 - 06.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established school values.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments for reports and future planning.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Organized and led educational camps, noho and trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding. Making connections with our history and geneology.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Lead, planned and managed professional development for Tainui Kahui Ako 2025.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Education

Teacher Certificate of Registration -

New Zealand Teachers Council
Wellington, New Zealand
05-2004

Bachelor of Education - Education

University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ
05-2001

Diploma of Teaching -

University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ
11-1999

Skills

  • Classroom and behaviour management
  • Critical thinking
  • Planned and organised
  • Student engagement
  • Collaborative learning
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management, flexibility
  • Subject knowledge -curriculum content
  • FLUENT in Te Reo Maori

Languages

Maori
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher

Te Wharekura O Te Kaokaoroa O Patetere
05.2021 - 06.2025

Teacher Certificate of Registration -

New Zealand Teachers Council

Bachelor of Education - Education

University of Waikato

Diploma of Teaching -

University of Waikato

Other information


  • Experienced in Rūmaki, bilingual and Full immersion classrooms ranging from Kohanga reo to Year 10.
  • Coached and Managed for Rotorua Basketball at Local Level, New Zealand Development teams at National level for 10+ years
  • Member of the Taniwharau Kapahaka and Club since 1986
  • Former Food Technology teacher, performing arts and Sports co-ordinator teacher
  • Active supporter of Hauraki Tigers sports club, Te Hikuwai kapahaka Group and local marae in Te Arawa and Waikato
  • Driver in the New Zealand Army
  • Past planner and cater for events
  • Follower and supporter of the Kingitanga (Whanau connection - I am from Waikato)


Te Arohanui Waikato