Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Teacher
Waiora Tonga

Waiora Tonga

Panmure,Auckland

Summary

Passionate, creative and effective Teacher aid with valuable experience. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.. dedicated to supporting safe classroom environment. Organized and dependable. successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher Aid

Somerville Special School
Panmure
03.2009 - 05.2019

Teacher aid

  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.

Education

Auckland Girls Grammmer School
Auckland, AUK

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Basic Math
  • Critical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Cultural Awareness

Timeline

Teacher Aid

Somerville Special School
03.2009 - 05.2019

Auckland Girls Grammmer School
Waiora Tonga