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I have worked in the education sector for eleven years, five years as a teachers aide and the last six years as an early childhood teacher. I gained my bachelor of teaching at the end of 2020 and have since been working towards gaining my full registration. Education is a passion of mine and I have found a home in the ECE sector. Forming meaningful and reciprocal relationships with whānau, tamariki, staff and the wider community is important to me and the foundation of my personal teaching philosophy. Te Ao Māori is a significant part of my teaching practice and is something that is close to my heart and is woven throughout my personal and professional life. I believe in developing a culture which is focused on learning, and is characterised by respect, inclusion, empathy, collaboration and safety. My whānau moved to Levin from Wellington when I was 12 and we have been living here ever since. I have a teenage son who is currently attending Waiopehu College. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with whanau, friends, playing netball and softball.

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Kia ora my name is Amy I have a Bachelor of Teaching and especially enjoy working with nursery aged children. I feel privileged to be part of their milestones and support their development. I recently moved to Levin from Greymouth. One of my biggest achievements is walking the Te Araroa track from Cape Reinga to Bluff. I have an 18 year old son who inspires me everyday. I believe children are conductors of their own orchestra and it is up to us to provide them with the instruments. Nga mihi nui Amy.

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Ko Hikurangi te Maunga Ko Waiapu te awa Ko Horouta te waka Ko Tutua te marae Ko Ngati Porou te Iwi Ko Harley toku Tane Ko Greer toku Tamahine Ko Karauria toku tama Ko Aroha ahua Kia ora, my name is Aroha Tawhara, my family is from a place called Te Araroa on the east coast of the North Island. I was born and raised in Porirua. I currently live in Levin. I have been an early childhood teacher for over 12 years now. I studied at Te Tari Puna Ora O Aotearoa, where I graduated with a Diploma in Teaching. I have my full registration. I am the 2IC and Room leader in Room 3. I look forward to getting to know you, your Tamariki, whanau, working with and alongside the community.

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Kia ora, I’m Whaea Chell and I began my teaching journey in 2011. I love supporting tamariki to become competent and capable life long learners. In my spare time, I love to find sea shells at the beach with my family.

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Kia ora, My name is Freyja. I am an unqualified teacher here at Farmhouse Preschool and Nursery. I have been working at Farmhouse since mid-2022. I really enjoy my job and working in early childhood as well as seeing tamiriki grow and develop new skills. In my spare time I love to snowboard and spend time with my friends and family as well as going on walks!

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Kia Ora, my name is Gemma and am a teacher here at Farmhouse Preschool and Nursery. I completed my teaching degree in 2019 and have been working in early childhood for over 9 years. I live in Levin with my partner Dylan and am Mum to Cayde, Millie and Ada. We enjoy spending time with family, visiting the beach and riding motorbikes. I love supporting tamariki on their learning journey and am looking forward to meeting you all.

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Kia ora, I'm Janelle and I’m the room leader in the Nursery. I have a Bachelor of Education in the Early Years and have been teaching for 14 years. The majority of my teaching career has been with infants and toddlers and I value developing responsive and reciprocal relationships with our tamariki and their whānau. I am passionate about ensuring we are providing a quality programme for our youngest tamariki and believe respecting our children should be at the heart of everything we do. I grew up in the Wairarapa and am now living in Waitarere Beach with my husband Ollie and two children Connor and Blake. We love spending our time outdoors; going for walks, bike rides and exploring the beach.

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Kia ora, I am Whaea Melinda, I have a bachelor of Education, completed it in 2010 and have been teaching for 13 years. The majority of my teaching has been with 2-5 age group. I am passionate about supporting tamariki to become competent and capable learners for the future. I grew up in the suburb of Newlands, and moved to Tawa in 1992 with my husband and lived there for 31 years. In 2020 my husband John and I moved to Te Horo a lifestyle 10 acres farm with our nearly 21 twin girls Hannah and Michelle. I love helping my girls with their horses and support their horse riding and competitions.

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Kia ora, my name is Whaea Michelle (Mish). I have been teaching for 21 years in South Africa and I have taught ages 0 - 12 years old. Teaching has always been my passion and I aim to achieve the goals that I set out for, especially when it comes to providing a positive, well equipped learning environment where Tamariki can grow holistically. My family and I have recently immigrated from South Africa and are absolutely in love with New Zealand. I believe I will make just as big of an impact on my new Tamariki as this beautiful country has made on me.

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