Tessa King
Napier
Summary
Geography and social studies teacher with expertise in designing and implementing New Zealand curriculums. Proven ability to enhance classroom dynamics and build strong relationships with students and families. Demonstrates exceptional time management, adaptability, and communication skills, effectively collaborating with colleagues. Committed to creating inclusive educational environments and improving student engagement through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Geography Department
Taradale High School
Napier
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Developed resources to support geography and social studies teachers in department.
- Coordinated and planned field trips to enhance student learning experiences.
- Constructed unit and lesson plans for geography and social studies educators.
- Managed geography department budget to ensure effective allocation of funds.
Geography and Social Studies Teacher
Taradale High School
Napier
01.2022 - 04.2025
- Designed and implemented NCEA geography curriculums for years 11, 12, and 13.
- Enhanced classroom dynamics through effective behavior strategies for teachers and students.
- Fostered strong relationships with students and families to build trust between home and school.
- Collaborated with department colleagues to improve instructional practices.
- Mentored new teachers in best practices for social studies education.
- Employed surveys and questionnaires to assess student attitudes toward class topics.
- Applied differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learner needs.
- Managed daily tasks efficiently to maintain productivity and organization.
Service Co-ordinator
Nurse Maude
Christchurch
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Scheduled home-care visits for nurses, coordinating daily with case managers and service coordinators.
- Managed communications via calls and emails in a high-pressure environment.
- Organized daily routes and tasks for nursing staff to enhance efficiency.
- Facilitated communication among diverse groups to ensure seamless service delivery.
Childcare Assistant
Kelly Club New Zealand
Christchurch
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with a cohesive team to provide care for children of various ages and abilities.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior using developmentally appropriate discipline techniques.
- Applied positive behavior management strategies to improve social interactions for one autistic child.
- Adapted communication methods to meet the needs of an autistic child.
- Maintained regular communication with parents to update on child progress.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching -
University of Canterbury
Christchurch12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of Canterbury
Christchurch11.2019
NCEA Level 3 -
Timaru Girls' High School
Timaru12.2016
Skills
- Communication
- Empathy
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Organisation
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility
- Field trip planning
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behaviour management
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Team collaboration
- Student engagement
- Parent communication
- Mentoring teachers
References
- David Oliver, dol@ths.school.nz
- Robyn O'Hagan, roh@ths.school.nz
- Alexandra Wilton, amo@ths.school.nz
Additional Information - Certificates
First Aid Certificate, 11/23, Taradale High School, Napier, New Zealand
Affiliations
- Fitness: running, Pilates, squash, golf, and netball
- Knitting
- Reading
- Cooking and baking
- Socialising
Timeline
Head of Geography Department
Taradale High School
01.2025 - 04.2025
Geography and Social Studies Teacher
Taradale High School
01.2022 - 04.2025
Service Co-ordinator
Nurse Maude
02.2021 - 12.2021
Childcare Assistant
Kelly Club New Zealand
01.2020 - 12.2020
Graduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching -
University of Canterbury
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of Canterbury
NCEA Level 3 -
Timaru Girls' High School
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