Our Teachers

Rosie

I am the Assistant Manager and am directly involved with managing enrollments.I am originally from Chile, I came to New Zealand in 2001 and it became home for me and my family.

I have a Bachelor of Education (Primary) as well as a Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE).

I have worked at Small Kauri since 2003 and have over 18 years experience in education.

Niky

I hold a Certificate from The Nanny Centre NZ and worked as a nanny in New Zealand and Overseas, before completing my Bachelor of Education (ECE) in 2007.

I have over 13 years working in Early Childhood and have been at Small Kauri since coming for a practicum placement 2006. My two chidren attended Small Kauri.

As well as my work at Small Kauri, I also work as a Teachers Registration Services support person within centres all over Auckland.

Binita

I have a Bachelor of Visual Arts from MIT and a Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE) from The University of Auckland.

I have over 9 years working in Early Childhood and started working at Small Kauri in 2007.

I have two daughters. When my oldest was younger she attended kindergarten, in this time I began my Early Childhood studies. During my studies I relief taught at kindergarten. I found my place here at Small Kauri in 2007 and haven't looked back.

Pubitha

I am originally from Malaysia, I moved to New Zealand in 2003 and began my study at Unitec for 4 years.

I have a Diploma in Teaching (ECE) and a Bachelor of Education (ECE), I have over 14 years working in

Early Childhood and I started teaching here in 2007.

I am deaf but I can lip read and sign.

I bring an additional dynamic to the team in supporting the learning and understanding of quality communication.

Ake

I am from the Cook Islands originally but my home is here in Mangere.

I have a Diploma of Teaching ECE Pacific Island, as well as a Bachelor of Education (Teaching).

I have worked in Early Childhood for over 11 years and have been here at Small Kauri since 2006.

Sue

I have a Bachelor of Teaching (ECE). I graduated in 2009 and have worked at Small Kauri since 2012.

While training I had work experience at a Kindergarten, as well as working alongside refugee families at The Carp; White Family Centre attached to Selwyn College.

Before coming to Small Kauri I was part of more structured and age divided Early Childhood Centres. Coming to Small Kauri has solidified my thinking that mixed ages settings should be the direction of the future. I love the opportunities for learning that are supported by the family orientated setting at Small Kauri

Krista

Before working in Early Childhood I completed my Bachelor of Fine Arts at Elam closely followed by a Graduate Diploma in Teaching at Secondary level. However once I started working at Small Kauri I never wanted to leave and have since completed my Graduate Diploma in Teaching in Early Childhood Education.

I have been at Small Kauri since 2010 and over the years have been challenged and grown as a teacher.

I am passionate about what we do and am so proud to be a part of such an amazing and diverse team.

I am also a proud mum of three boys, my two pre-school come with me to Small Kauri.

Ely (Teachers Assistant)I am from Chile originally and I moved to New Zealand with my family in 2006.

I have been a Teachers Assistant here at Small Kauri since i arrived;. With the support of my cousin Rosy, and of Linda and the team here, I have been able to develop my language and become a real asset to the team.

I worked in the kitchen up until recently, helping with food care and preparation throughout the day. I now work on the floor supporting the teachers.

I also have a nursing certificate from Chile and experience as a nurse for fourteen years, which along side of our first aid certificate allows me to help with first aid and illness care of children within the centre.

I value the importance of building relationships with the children, and learning their cues and needs to be able to assist the Teachers here at Small Kauri.

Cheyne (Teachers Assistant)

I came to Small Kauri from Te Teko, in the lovely Bay of Plenty.

I worked for a number of years at He Whetu O He Marama, as Administrator and Regional Co-ordinator. I also worked as a Support Worker with Te Puna Ora O Mataatua.

My roll at Small Kauri involves helping our tamariki with food care and meal preparation. I also contribute to our tamariki knowledge of Te Reo Maaori.