Shona Hetaraka
Lower Hutt
Summary
Dedicated te reo Māori educator and certified rongoā practitioner, passionate about revitalising Māori language and culture. I deliver immersive, inclusive teaching and integrate traditional Māori healing practices to empower communities. Committed to preserving tikanga Māori, I foster meaningful learning and holistic wellness with strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator/Kaiako
Te Awakairangi Kohanga Reo Lower Hutt Wellington
01.2021 - 01.2024
- As an Early Childhood Educator at Te Awakairangi, I have been dedicated to fostering a nurturing, supportive and culturally enriching environment for tamariki, grounded in the principles of Te Whariki. My role was to guide and support childrens learning and development through all aspects of the curriculum, with an emphasis on Te ao Maori (the Maori world). I am deeply committed to promoting a holistic and inclusive learning experience that honors the Maori language, culture and traditions.
- Key responsibilities: Curriculum Delivery, implementing the principles, strands and goals of Te Whariki to support tamariki and their learning across a range of areas, including communication, exploration, well-being and contribution.
- Key skills: Proficiency in Te Reo Maori and Maori cultural practices. Deep understanding of Te Whariki curriculum framework. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with tamariki, whanau and colleagues. Ability to create inclusive culturally responsive environments. Knowledge of child development and early childhood education theory. Passion for nurturing tamariki in their connection to Te ao Maori.
Hairdresser
Sportmans Hair Centre Lower Hutt Wellington
01.2010 - 08.2020
- Te Ataarangi . Kaiawhina – teach adult learners once a week (voluntary), and studying Degree teaching Te reo in my first year now ....its 3 years
Education
TAITA COLLEGE
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WELLINGTON HAIRDRESSING COLLEGE
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TE WANANGA O AOTEAROA
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Skills
- Teacher / Educator Te Reo Maori
- Business development
- Customer relationship development
- Building strong professional connections
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Cultural awareness
- Wellness promotion
- Culturally responsive teaching
Certification
- Educator of Te Reo Maori - info to be confirmed
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Maori
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator/Kaiako
Te Awakairangi Kohanga Reo Lower Hutt Wellington
01.2021 - 01.2024
Hairdresser
Sportmans Hair Centre Lower Hutt Wellington
01.2010 - 08.2020
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WELLINGTON HAIRDRESSING COLLEGE
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TE WANANGA O AOTEAROA
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TAITA COLLEGE
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