- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Music and visual storytelling
- Baking
- Rock Climbing
- Kayaking
Yuxuan (Audrey) Deng
Auckland
Summary
As a qualified and registered ECE teacher, I am committed to supporting children’s learning and growth through inclusive, play-based experiences. My practice combines professional knowledge, reflective thinking, and hands-on creativity to design learning that is meaningful and engaging. I work collaboratively with kaiako, whānau, and the wider community to promote each child’s unique development and ensure smooth transitions across their learning journey.
I value culturally responsive practice and integrate Te Reo Māori, tikanga, waiata, and pepeha to honour Te Tiriti partnership and create a mana-enhancing environment for all tamariki. Guided by respect for children’s and families’ aspirations, I strive to provide personalised support that aligns with centre priorities, resources, and the strengths of each learner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Fixed-term Kaiako (Full-time)
Child’s Time Penrose
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Lead daily teaching practice, including curriculum implementation, behaviour guidance, environment setup, and active supervision to ensure a safe and engaging learning space for 3–5-year-old tamariki.
- Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate experiences that promote emotional wellbeing, social competence, and self-regulation, integrating Te Reo Māori, tikanga practices, and culturally inclusive approaches.
- Maintain high standards of health and safety, centre routines, and professional expectations, while building strong whānau partnerships through clear and respectful communication.
Causal Reliever
Junior Junction Remuera
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Actively contribute to a responsive, child-led environment by supporting routines, extending play, and confidently managing transitions and group activities. Demonstrate initiative and responsibility within team collaboration and daily practice.
Student Teacher / Reliever
Poppies Preschool
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Built strong relationships with tamariki and whānau, led mat times, and provided consistent, reliable support across routines. Applied pedagogical knowledge with flexibility and professionalism in a dynamic teaching environment.
Social Media Assistant (Internship)
Revived Media
11.2020 - 09.2021
Education
Graduate Diploma in Teaching - ECE
New Zealand Tertiary College
09.2025
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management and Marketing
University of Canterbury
02.2023
Skills
- Warm and responsive relationships that build strong trust with tamariki and whānau, supporting belonging and emotional wellbeing
- Creative and intentional teaching practice that uses playful, open-ended experiences to extend children’s ideas and learning dispositions
- Inclusive and culturally responsive approach that integrates Te Reo Māori and tikanga to create a mana-enhancing environment for all learners
- Confident management of routines and behaviour guidance, ensuring smooth transitions, self-regulation support, and safe daily practice
- Adaptable and collaborative teamwork, adjusting quickly to different rooms and teaching styles while communicating openly and positively
Interests
Timeline
Fixed-term Kaiako (Full-time)
Child’s Time Penrose
11.2025 - 02.2026
Causal Reliever
Junior Junction Remuera
10.2024 - 10.2025
Student Teacher / Reliever
Poppies Preschool
03.2024 - 10.2024
Social Media Assistant (Internship)
Revived Media
11.2020 - 09.2021
Graduate Diploma in Teaching - ECE
New Zealand Tertiary College
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management and Marketing
University of Canterbury