Junior Syndicate

Teacher - Room 6 (Years 3&4)

I have been teaching at Puketapu School in the beautiful Hawke's Bay for 11 years.
I have taught several different levels throughout my time here, and am currently teaching a composite year 3 and year 4 class.
I am the sports coordinator for our school and enjoy promoting daily physical activity for all.

Teacher - Part-time. (Rm 1)

I have been lucky enough to teach a variety of ages in my 9 years teaching at Puketapu School, from New Entrant to Year 8. A particular strength of the school is it's fantastic community who, along with the teachers, support and nuture the children. I consider myself very fortunate to teach at this school. I teach one day a week in the New Entrant class and absolutely love this age group. They are honest, challenging and enthusiastic to learn. I also release teachers in the junior school throughout the term.

Teacher - Room 2 (Year 1/2)

Bachelor of Education

I trained at Palmerston North Teachers College many years ago. Since then I have taught in a variety of schools and covered many age groups. While teaching in London I completed a diploma in educational computer studies complementing my teaching diploma. I have now furthered my education and completed my B.Ed.
I love teaching children to learn how to learn! Children who have a challenge to solve seem to be more motivated and stimulated. At Puketapu they are encouraged to support each other in their learning, children are encouraged to stretch themselves to reach their potential. Puketapu children are a pleasure to teach and it is a privilege to be here.

Teacher - Room 4 & Special Education coordinator

TT Cert, B.Ed, Reading Recovery trained

I love teaching at Puketapu school. I enjoy working with younger children especially in the fields of literacy and numeracy. I am very involved in taking children for gymnastics and participating in the gym festivals.
Craig and I live up the Taihape Road on a small farm/lifestyle block. Our eldest daughter is teaching in Auckland and our younger daughter is working in banking and attending Victoria University.

Teacher - Room 4 (Year 2)

B. Hort., Dip Teaching, trained Reading Recovery teacher

I have taught at Puketapu School for 14 years years the longest I have stayed in any school! Last year was my last year in the classroom and for 2012 I have taken up the position of Reading Recovery Tutor. I have an interest in music and it is always enjoyable to see past students involved in high school and local productions.
My interests are travel, gardening and bridge.