Installing and configuring computer systems (HP, Apple and Chromebook)Diagnosing and solving hardware/software faultsProviding working equipment to support students and teachers in classes Developing level-appropriate instructions for Staff using a balanced literacy approach - ‘How tos’Manage, setup and manage Google email accounts for staff and pupilsAdmin for School wide programmes - such as: Website, Hapara Dashboard, Matific, Kiwi Kids news, Reading Eggs, Sunshine books,… Show more Installing and configuring computer systems (HP, Apple and Chromebook)Diagnosing and solving hardware/software faultsProviding working equipment to support students and teachers in classes Developing level-appropriate instructions for Staff using a balanced literacy approach - ‘How tos’Manage, setup and manage Google email accounts for staff and pupilsAdmin for School wide programmes - such as: Website, Hapara Dashboard, Matific, Kiwi Kids news, Reading Eggs, Sunshine books, Facebook, eTap and StepsWeb - to ensure smooth running of programmes for staff and parentsEngage in professional development/up skilling Liaising with outside agents to ensure the smooth running of IT systemTracking Teacher needs and responding quickly to ensure minimum disruption and troubleshooting problems as they arrive Creating Report Templates for Teachers Managing School Management Programmes - eTap and more recently LincEdMaintaining school computer systems including School Website, taking direction from Board of Trustees, Principal and other staff membersProducing a Programme for Prize Giving Research and report to Management regarding IT programmes that are ready for renewal/recontracting, report findings to ManagementCoding and robotics - researching and implementing programmes Managing school asset register and organising and track items for repairPart-time teacher roleProviding a comfortable and supportive learning environment for students in classes Following teacher plans for teaching each different age groupsDeveloping level-appropriate instruction for classes using a balanced literacy approach Communicating about pupil’s progressDemonstrating ability to engage, and motivate pupils in learningAbility to work effectively with diverse young people and staff Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with developing innovative lessons, following teachers planning and familiar with a balanced approach. Participating professional development Show less

Delivering an IB programmeProviding a comfortable and supportive learning environment for students in classes IB (International Baccalaureate) trained and experienced in teaching and learning Thorough Preparation and Planning: short term, long term Reporting to parents, parent/teacher interviews and term reportsDeveloping level-appropriate instruction for classes using a balanced literacy approach Communicating about pupil’s progress with teamWork collaboratively… Show more Delivering an IB programmeProviding a comfortable and supportive learning environment for students in classes IB (International Baccalaureate) trained and experienced in teaching and learning Thorough Preparation and Planning: short term, long term Reporting to parents, parent/teacher interviews and term reportsDeveloping level-appropriate instruction for classes using a balanced literacy approach Communicating about pupil’s progress with teamWork collaboratively with job share to ensure thorough programmeDemonstrating ability to engage, and motivate pupils in learningAbility to work effectively with diverse young people and staff Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Developing innovative lessons, including IT and other teaching toolsParticipating in professional development Show less

Writing NewletterTaking Minutes for meetings and disrupting them to teamWriting Agenda for meetings Helping Organising EventsCommunicating

Fun, Hands-on Learning• One-on-one teaching• Direct instruction• Multi-sensory learning• Sessions tailored to child’s needs• Build the skills and confidence for a positive start to school.Tutoring for 4 year olds• Language skills• Phonics • Early storytelling skills• Handwriting skills• Early writing skills• Early Maths skills• Motor skills (gross & fine)

I was a regular writer for Tots to Teens Magazine with articles ranging from starting school to homework tips.

I am a consultant for Jumping Beans. My role involves suggesting ways for them to improve their programs including content, advertising, marketing and equipment.Training involves giving hands on and practical tips and ideas on how to run a session including extending more able children.

Research and Development Writing activities for Holiday Programme and After school ProgrammePresenter including ULearnTraining Designing new products Editing

Consulting, Editing, Proofing, Critiquing

Freelance Writer and EditorResearch and Development Writing guidelines, activities and teacher notes for Pearson ProductsPresenter at conferences including Sales conference and IWB conferenceDesigning new products Editing and Critiquing products

NZ Curriculm StrengthTeaching in digital classrooms todayCritiquing current programme Editor for new activities

Education Consultant for Touch screen interactive white board development and writer

SENCO implementing programmes and guidelines for teachers and TAsTutor Teacher for Beginning TeacherApple teacher, trainer and presenter Arranged and conducted PD for teaching staff and support staffPresenter at TUANZ, IT ConferencesTeaching in Digital Classroom

Writing activities for Discovery World Core and Links SeriesWriting Guided Reading CardsDesigning and writing pages and activities for Discovery World Software ProjectBrainstorm workshops, critiquing possible titles, scripts, software and ideas

Writing Oxford Reading Tree series - Talk about cards, Teaching cards, Take home cards, Guided Reading cards, Teacher notesWriting Parent notes for junior non-fiction independent readers