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Community Support, music performance, cultural practitioner
world of peace
Peace hails
Community support, music performance, Church community participant
Community And Volunteer Experience
References
Hobbies and Interests
Kaitiakitanga (tiaki tangata)
Community And Volunteer Experience
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UETA Pene

Teaching
Auckland,Manukau East
UETA Pene

Summary

Passion for teaching and supporting young people’s learning in their education journey.

Having passion and interest in teaching and supporting young people’s academic and cultural learning in their education journey.

Steadfast teaching employs empathy and patience to connect with individuals on emotional levels and provide support during difficult times. Excellent eye for detail and accurately assesses needs. Strives to provide possible care and support.

Devoted professional proactively and quickly identifies best course of action for given scenarios. Confident handling of tasks independently and in teams with organized approaches to work. Strong advocate for those in need and committed to providing our best possible service. Earnest individuals with experience in human services and fI am passionate about teaching and supporting young people in their education journey, both academically and culturally. My steadfast approach involves empathy and patience to connect with individuals on an emotional level, providing support during difficult times. I have an excellent eye for detail and can accurately assess the needs of my students, striving to provide the best possible care and support.

Overview

41
years of professional experience
2
Language
4
Certificate
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lumanai Bilingual Unit. – Kia Aroha Campus
Auckland, South Auckland Otara

Scale A Teacher
01.1999 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Delivered NCEA for Years 10 to 13 Language and languages, Mathematics Levels 1 and 2, Social Studies,
  • Demonstrated cultural practices in community functions and traditional values
  • I taught Music and singing to Pacific and Diversity students.
  • We have developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environments
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all student
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Managed time efficiently to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Lumanai Bilingual Unit. – Kia Aroha Campus

Team Leader
01.2002 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Team teaching
  • Taught in a open plan setting with two other staff members
  • Planned and implemented the school concepts from the New Zealand Curriculum
  • Created and managed Pacific integrated approach to School History contextual studies
  • NCEA facilitator.
  • Enhanced communication between team members through regular meetings and progress updates.
  • Coordinated project tasks for successful completion within deadlines.
  • Developed strong working relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth collaboration on projects.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to productivity and growth.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, identifying strengths and areas needing development.
  • Led brainstorming sessions to foster innovative ideas that contributed to overall project success.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the team by encouraging open discussions about challenges encountered during tasks.

. Kia Aroha College

Teacher
01.1997 - 12.1998

Job overview

  • Trained to deliver NCEA in Years 10 to 13.
  • Created teams to play volleyball
  • Participated in Powhiri practices.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans. Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into our National Curriculum
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.

Fonuamalu and Kimiora Bilingual Units

Scale A Teacher
01.1995 - 12.1997

Job overview

  • Started teaching in Fonuamalu, a Togan-influenced Bilingual Unit – the beginning of our Middle School Year 7 to Year 10
  • In 1996, initiated a school trip to Samoa to participate in the Opening of the Samoa Teuila Festival (Cultural Festival Opening).
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.

Hillary Collegiate School

ESL and Social Work
Feb - Current

Job overview

  • Recommended to enter Teachers Training College ACE in 1990
  • Arrived from Samoa after 12 Years of Civil Teaching service.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, addressing urgent needs and connecting clients to appropriate resources.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for each student's unique needs.
  • Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
  • Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.

Education

Auckland University
Auckland, AUCK

Bachelor of Arts from Education
03.2014 - Current

University Overview

  • Awarded Ueta Pene

University of Auckland
Auckland, AUK

ESL and Social Work from Education
01.1992

University Overview

  • Completed Studies in Psychology and Child Development, 1992

Skills

  • Computer skills
  • ETAP planning
  • Excel Program
  • Digital Learning
  • Relationships
  • Team management
  • Self-management
  • Empowering strategies as every student should be a leader by example
  • Coaching
  • Work Planning
  • Performance Improvement
  • Staff Meetings
  • Constructive Feedback
  • Housekeeping
  • Case Management
  • Violence Prevention
  • Abuse Investigation

Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
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Work Preference

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Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPersonal development programs

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Employed community and Samoan leaders techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
  • Achieved set goals by completing specific tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with colleagues of 3 in the development of NCEA

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Relationship and understanding

Additional Information

Additional Information

failing to plan is measured planning to fail. It is with trust in social justice to enable critical practice

Software

Computer technology

Certification

  • Certified Teacher - 28 years

Interests

Fishing and talanoa (reciprocity)

Timeline

Auckland University
Bachelor of Arts from Education
03.2014 - Current
Team Leader
Lumanai Bilingual Unit. – Kia Aroha Campus
01.2002 - 03.2024
Scale A Teacher
Lumanai Bilingual Unit. – Kia Aroha Campus
01.1999 - 12.2024
Teacher
. Kia Aroha College
01.1997 - 12.1998
Scale A Teacher
Fonuamalu and Kimiora Bilingual Units
01.1995 - 12.1997
ESL and Social Work
Hillary Collegiate School
Feb - Current
University of Auckland
ESL and Social Work from Education

Community And Volunteer Experience

Community And Volunteer Experience
  • Talanoa Ako - Pakuranga Samoan EFKS Church, 2017, 2024, Teacher / Facilitator, I am currently an active member and driver of the Talanoa Ako Programme for Pacific families under the Ministry of Education (MoE).
  • Music Tuition, 2023, 2024, Music Tutor voluntary, Conducting a small class of Music Beginners at home learning Music theory and Piano
  • Church (EFKS) Samoan Church -Pakuranga NZ, 1990, joined a few members of families who, Current member and Pianist of the church.

References

References
  • Cindy Naidoo, Deputy Principal, Kia Aroha Campus
  • Whaea Sinai Vakauuta, Team Leader - Fonuamalu Bilingual Unit, Kia Aroha Campus

Hobbies and Interests

Hobbies and Interests
I am a very active person and enjoy fishing, playing bowling, and playing Samoan cricket.

Kaitiakitanga (tiaki tangata)

Kaitiakitanga (tiaki tangata)

Caring for our environment refers to all that we have to enjoy in life. To achieve so, we must care for what we are given and people we have.

Community Support, music performance, cultural practitioner

Community Support, music performance, cultural practitioner

Current active member of Church Community organisation teaching music, culture and participate in services

world of peace

world of peace

It is the only pathway to self determination

Peace hails

Peace hails

Peace is the only pathway to save souls, mind and spririt

Community support, music performance, Church community participant

Community support, music performance, Church community participant

Current active member of Church Organisation in Samoa and in New Zealand. Participate in Music compositions for church services and cultural activities where there is joy and happiness.

Community And Volunteer Experience

Community And Volunteer Experience
  • Talanoa Ako - Pakuranga Samoan EFKS Church, 2017, 2024, Teacher / Facilitator, I am currently an active member and driver of the Talanoa Ako Programme for Pacific families under the Ministry of Education (MoE).
  • Music Tuition, 2023, 2024, Music Tutor voluntary, Conducting a small class of Music Beginners at home learning Music theory and Piano
  • Church (EFKS) Samoan Church -Pakuranga NZ, 1990, joined a few members of families who, Current member and Pianist of the church.

References

References
  • Cindy Naidoo, Deputy Principal, Kia Aroha Campus
  • Whaea Sinai Vakauuta, Team Leader - Fonuamalu Bilingual Unit, Kia Aroha Campus

Hobbies and Interests

Hobbies and Interests
I am a very active person and enjoy fishing, playing bowling, and playing Samoan cricket.

Kaitiakitanga (tiaki tangata)

Kaitiakitanga (tiaki tangata)

Caring for our environment refers to all that we have to enjoy in life. To achieve so, we must care for what we are given and people we have.

Community And Volunteer Experience

Community And Volunteer Experience
  • Talanoa Ako - Pakuranga Samoan EFKS Church, 2017, 2024, Teacher / Facilitator, I am currently an active member and driver of the Talanoa Ako Programme for Pacific families under the Ministry of Education (MoE).
  • Music Tuition, 2023, 2024, Music Tutor voluntary, Conducting a small class of Music Beginners at home learning Music theory and Piano
  • Church (EFKS) Samoan Church -Pakuranga NZ, 1990, joined a few members of families who, Current member and Pianist of the church.

References

References
  • Cindy Naidoo, Deputy Principal, Kia Aroha Campus
  • Whaea Sinai Vakauuta, Team Leader - Fonuamalu Bilingual Unit, Kia Aroha Campus

Hobbies and Interests

Hobbies and Interests
I am a very active person and enjoy fishing, playing bowling, and playing Samoan cricket.

Kaitiakitanga (tiaki tangata)

Kaitiakitanga (tiaki tangata)

Caring for our environment refers to all that we have to enjoy in life. To achieve so, we must care for what we are given and the people we have in front of us in classrooms. While they are other's children, authentic caring and relationships become our cultural and academic consciousness. They are the reasons teachers must serve educationally. academically, socially, physically, and culturally.

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