Thomas Christopher Potaka-Osborne
Whanganui,MWT
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Education Service, adept at fostering student engagement and enhancing learning through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Skilled in building strong relationships with students and parents, while mentoring peers and implementing curriculum adjustments to meet diverse educational needs. Fluent in Maori.
Energetic and compassionate individual with passion for fostering positive learning environment. Possesses deep understanding of educational principles and effective classroom management techniques, coupled with proficiency in curriculum development and lesson planning. Committed to inspiring students and fostering academic growth.
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Education Service
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed and tracked student progress, providing tailored feedback to support individual growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular activities, fostering a diverse learning environment.
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive classroom instruction and improve engagement.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences, effectively communicating student achievements and areas for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and resources to promote effective teaching strategies.
- Led extracurricular activities, encouraging student participation and building school community spirit.
- Analyzed curriculum effectiveness, recommending adjustments to align with educational standards and student needs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education Teacher
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ01-2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Positive role model and mentor
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Child development
- Curriculum implementation
- Group and individual instruction
- Learning strategies
- FLUENT IN [LANGUAGE]
Accomplishments
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
- Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
Certification
- Registered Teacher, - 2027
Languages
Maori
Timeline
Teacher
Education Service
01.2022 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Education - Education Teacher
Massey University