Zheenat Jahan
Auckland,Flat Bush
Summary
I am a Master of Teaching and Learning (ECE) student teacher with extensive experience supporting young children in play-based learning environments. I believe tamariki are capable, competent learners who develop through exploration, relationships, and meaningful learning experiences. Guided by Te Whāriki, I strive to create inclusive and culturally responsive environments where children feel valued, supported, and empowered to exercise agency in their learning. I am seeking flexible reliever opportunities while continuing to develop my teaching practice in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Reliever
Auckland Kindergarten Association
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked across different centres with varying environments and needs
Teacher & Year Head – Playgroup
Manarat Dhaka International College
Bangladesh
01.2011 - 01.2025
- Planned and facilitated engaging learning experiences for young children.
- Supported children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Built positive relationships with children, families, and teaching teams.
- Contributed to curriculum planning and centre-wide initiatives as Year Head.
Education
Master of Teaching and Learning - ECE
New Zealand Tertiary College
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
International Islamic University Chittagong
01-2017
Skills
- Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing
- Settling children and managing transitions
- Building positive relationships with tamariki and whānau
- Adapting quickly to centre routines
- Collaborative teamwork and communication
- Responsive and respectful caregiving
- Observation and assessment for learning
- Supporting child agency and exploration
- Culturally responsive practice
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Beginning use of te reo Māori in everyday interactions
Professional Placements
KiNZ Mission Heights, Auckland
Student Teacher (Professional Placement) | Feb 2026 – Mar 2026
- Developed and implemented play-based learning experiences guided by Te Whāriki.
- Built responsive relationships with tamariki, whānau, and teaching teams.
- Supported children's language, literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development through meaningful play experiences.
- Used observations and assessment to plan learning experiences based on children's interests and strengths.
- Engaged in ongoing reflection and incorporated feedback to strengthen child-led and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Just Kidz Ormiston, Auckland
Student Teacher (Professional Placement) | May–Jun 2026
- Planned and facilitated learning experiences for infants and toddlers.
- Supported language development, communication, and sensory exploration.
- Built respectful and responsive relationships with tamariki, whānau, and kaiako.
- Applied Te Whāriki and responsive caregiving principles in everyday practice.
Languages
English
Hindi
Bengali
Timeline
Reliever
Auckland Kindergarten Association
01.2026 - Current
Teacher & Year Head – Playgroup
Manarat Dhaka International College
01.2011 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
International Islamic University Chittagong
Master of Teaching and Learning - ECE
New Zealand Tertiary College