Primary Maths

Literacy and numeracy are the fuel to my teaching engine. I enjoy being diagnostic and making sure I fill the gaps that I may notice students have. This way we also work quickly and efficiently towards the end goals.

I thrive on seeing students feel successful and proud of their efforts. I love building trusting and pleasant relationships and believe that once these are in place, happy kids can learn better.

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I  have also completed training through the Orton Gillingham approach to teaching students with dyslexia and look forward to making a difference, one lesson at a time. 

I am originally from Germany and have been living in New Zealand for the past 15 years with my kiwi husband. We have 3 awesome kids and love going on adventures and exploring the outdoors. I have a Bachelor of Teaching and Learning and so far taught years 5-9 in New Zealand. We have recently returned from a overseas teaching experience in a private international school in Italy and now I am looking forward to providing quality teaching and education to students in New Zealand. 

Working with and being surrounded by children from a young age developed my passion for teaching. I first began volunteering/working at my local dance studio where I discovered my passion for teaching children. I then made the first step to study and graduated with a Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Specialisation). In my second year, I acquired a job as an English and Maths tutor. I have met some fantastic students along the way and have witnessed some incredible ‘light bulb’ moments. I now teach in a year 3/4/5 classroom. I have a strong interest in building relationships with the children I teach. My students find me approachable and easy to talk to.

I am incredibly passionate about catering the learning to the learner’s needs and will always strive to provide the best education for my students. I aim for success for all of my students – whatever that may look like.

I have over 20 years teaching experience in New Zealand education,  beginning in the tertiary sector. For the last 10 years I
have been a primary school teacher, and have thoroughly enjoyed
assisting many students to achieve confidence and success with
their learning. I am proud of my students' results and of the empowerment it gave each

one of them.
A passion for student empowerment led me to obtain a Masters degree specialising in Education as well as a graduate degree in
teaching and learning. I believe the most noteworthy qualification I
hold is my experience in relating to, and being able to motivate young people to become passionate about their own learning.
Seeing the sparks start to fly when a child begins to realise their capabilities is truly rewarding.

 I am an enthusiastic young teacher with a knack for making learning exciting and enjoyable. Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners. Teaching for me is a highly honorable profession, I take great pride in the responsibility I have to educate the students under my care.

My life has presented me with unbelievable experiences and opportunities that have crafted me into the young man I am today. I hope to use my own experiences and skills to support students the best I know how. 
Outside of teaching I am a huge sports fan in particular football and futsal. I play and coach both sports. I also enjoy building lego and playing a range of different games.

Since graduating in 2007 at the University of Glasgow (UK), I have worked extensively with students at all stages of learning.  I have expertise in the fields of dyslexia, maths and structured literacy.

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I love to meet new students and have experience working with students in the early stages of learning to read right up to preparing for final NCEA exams. 

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My style is nurturing and fun. I set high standards for both myself and my students. I employ a holistic approach to learning and strive to support my students to grow in confidence and develop transferable skills as well as experience accelerated learning.