Connecting Te Whāriki and the New Zealand Curriculum | Te Hononga o Te Whāriki me te Marautanga o Aotearoa

Connecting Te Whariki and the New Zealand Curriculum

Transition to  kura/school from Early childhood is a well-researched topic and kaiako are aware of the importance of developing a smooth transition between the two contexts. Rather than focusing on how this can be done, this Professional development explores the two curriculum documents to create a shared understanding of what is fundamentally important for children as they begin this transition. By exploring and unpacking both the New Zealand Curriculum and Te Whariki we hope to explore what skills knowledge and dispositions support a successful transition regardless of the context. Thursday 29 Aug 2024.
When
8/29/2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
New Zealand Standard Time
Where
Manukau Regional Education Centre Level 1, Westfield Mall Putney Way MANUKAU 2104 NEW ZEALAND
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This workshop will suit Early childhood and jura kaiako who have children transitioning. 

The aim of this workshop is to:

  • explore both the New Zealand Curriculum and Te Whāriki with the aim of sharing the key learning outcomes and expectations for children
  • unpack how continuity between the curriculum can be obtained
  • explore how this can support children to transition
 

Thursday 29 August 2024 - 6-8pm 

Venue:
Manukau Takiwā Ako
Manukau Westfield Shopping Centre
Westfield Tower Level 1
Putney Way
Manukau
Auckland 2104

Price:  $10 for members $25 for non-members

Facilitator:  Leena Rebello, Lecturer | Kaiako (Primary) - Te Rito Maioha

Bachelor of Arts (1994) University of Mumbai, Master of Financial Services Management (2012) University of Mumbai, Bachelor of Education (2014) University of Mumbai, Post Graduate Diploma in Education (ECE) (2017) New Zealand Tertiary College. 

Leena has been a resourceful Primary School Teacher with 25 years of experience. She believes in striking a balance using traditional as well as modern collaborative teaching approaches in the classroom. Leena believes that students can thrive well in an environment where they feel safe and accepted. Leena believes in establishing an open communication and positive relationships with students. She  thinks that providing a supportive environment is key to developing academic growth in students.  Leena’s teaching philosophy is driven by engaging in ethical, respectful, positive, and collaborative professional relationship with tauira and the teaching community. She also strives to encourage the understanding of cultural diversity with manaaki and empathy.

 

Facilitator: Jo Ward, Lecturer | Kaiako - Te Rito Maioha

I have worked in Early Childhood Education since leaving school. I studied my Diploma and later my Bachelor of Education by distance learning, while working in the sector.

I have undertaken a range of roles within the education sector including teacher aide in a school, teacher and head teacher roles in Playcentre, Daycare centres, and Kindergarten, a Parents as First Teachers facilitator and owned a centre for a short time.

I have recently completed my Master of Education through Te Rito Maioha. I am passionate about supporting our future teachers to become the best they can be for our tamariki, inclusive education and supporting social and emotional competence.

Facilitator: Fiona O'Connell Jones, Lecturer | Kaiako - Te Rito Maioha

Bachelor of Science, (Psychology with Human Biology), University of Wolverhampton, Master of Science, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Loughborough University, 2001, Post Graduate Certificate of Education, Liverpool Hope University, 2010.  

Prior to having her children, Fiona worked with the Police Force in the UK. After her children were born, Fiona began her career in education as a Teacher Aide whilst her three children were young. Fiona fell in love with educating young minds, and progressed through a number of primary school roles, including teacher, Director of Religious Studies, SENCO, and Assistant Principal. Fiona’s particular passion is advocating for neurodiverse students, and supporting teachers to ensure optimal opportunities for students and their whanau, by implementing supports that benefit both neurodivergent and neurotypical students.

Fiona believes the key to being a successful teacher, and ensuring improved outcomes for all students, is by building positive relationships between students and teachers.