1. Curriculum Vitae
Ali Roberts
Primary School Teacher
3 Banbury Terrace
Shotover Country
Queenstown
0211225983
alagusoundari@yahoo.com
Website : Ali Roberts

2. A little bit about me....
Darren and I have been married for 11 years. We do not have any children
but we have Leo, our Lab.
I love running with Leo and going to the gym.
Some of my running achievements include completing the Motatapu
Marathon, Christchurch and Dunedin Half Marathons and Jacks Point to
Queenstown race.
Some of my other interests include cooking, travelling (especially to
Malaysia to visit my family and the amazing Penang Food Markets). I love
reading and I am part of a local book club that meets once a month to
review the latest books and have a good gossip.
I am also a long-standing member (7 years) of the Arrowtown Buckingham
Belles and I am actively involved in the community. I love helping out at
school fairs, church fairs and Arrowtown Autumn festivals.

3. As a member of your
staff...
As a Beginning Teacher in your school, I look forward to....
The opportunity to work collaboratively with all the teachers to further develop
and enhance my teaching philosophy.
The collegial support, and ongoing professional development that will help shape
my teaching pathway.
My professional self-reflections and Teaching as Inquiry framework which will help
me grow from strength to strength.
I will embrace the school's principles and values which will be reflected in my
classroom.
I am self-reflective and believe in engaging the support of other colleagues to
further improve the quality of my teaching.
I am highly committed to being involved in all aspects of school life.
I am a team player and when the opportunity arises I can take lead and work
independently.
I am a creative thinker and enjoy thinking outside the box to achieve the best
outcomes.

4. Professional Qualifications
Graduate Diploma In Teaching (Primary)
I am currently finishing my Graduate Diploma in Primary Teaching at College of Education, University of Canterbury. I will
be graduating at the end of 2014.
Bachelor of Art with Honours First Class
This qualification has been assessed and verified by NZQA at Level 7 (360 Credits).
Special Teaching Certificate in English Language for Secondary School
This Qualification has been assessed and verified by NZQA at Level 5 (120 Credits).
Basic Teaching Certificate in English Language for Secondary School
This Qualification has been assessed and verified by NZQA at Level 4.
Note: Certified copies of these Qualifications will be provided upon request.

5. Work Experience
Secondary School English
Teacher
I worked as an English Language Teacher in two different
secondary schools and a Primary School in Malaysia before
emigrating to New Zealand. I have around 10 years of
teaching experience.
School Librarian
I have been working at QPS as a librarian since 2007. I enjoy
being around children and this has inspired me to embark on my
studies this year. Throughout my years working at QPS, I have
gained knowledge on how to improve students' reading skills. I
have helped upgrade the collection in the library. I was also
involved in the setting up of the Year 7/8 collection for the
library.

6.  I have been working in schools for over 10 years....secondary teacher (English Major) in Malaysia, and for the past 8 years as QPS Librarian,
shaping my strength in teaching Literacy and Reading.
 Confidence in all areas of the curriculum with strengths in Literacy, Maths, Science, Inquiry and Learning Languages.
 I am adept in using digital technologies and integrating it in my teaching.
 Passion in lifting students’ reading skills.
 I have basic written and oral proficiency in te reo Māori and am continuously striving to improve myself.
 I am passionate about providing a differentiated learning experience to maximise all students' achievement.
 Being multi-lingual I am able to incorporate second language learning as part of my classroom programmes.
 I have a variety of behaviour management strategies that I have used successfully during my teaching placements and throughout my
teaching career. I am also prepared to learn and use the preferred strategies outlined in the school's policy.
 I am an avid learner and wish to continue my personal and professional development.
 I am very organised and demonstrate high standards in all aspects of my documentation and planning.
 Excellent reports from my Associate Teachers, the Principals, and Visiting Lecturers.
 Active and contributing team member.
 Excellent communication skills.
 Focus on Teaching as Inquiry as part of self-reflection and to improve classroom practice.
 Strong focus on ongoing formative assessment to shift students' learning.
My Strengths

7. My Teaching Philosophy
Effective Pedagogy
Co-constructing and collaborative teaching and learning.
Inquiry-based learning that encourages self-reflection and proactive learning.
Inclusive learning environment that values and connects students' differences, beliefs, cultures into classroom practices.
Digital Technologies
Technologies and media rich resources will be integral part of classroom
practice.
Students will learn in, through and about digital technologies.
ICT will invoke Innovation, Inquiry and Curiosity in my students.
Effective Classroom Management
Being fair and consistent is vital to ensure effective management of behaviours in
my classroom at all times.
High expectations teemed with positive feedback will reinforce good behaviours
among my students.
Establishing classroom treaty unique to my students will create ownership of
positive behaviours.
Positive Learning Environment
Social and emotional connections with my students, parents/whānau and wider school communities.
Intellectual connections through my high expectations for my students.
Encourage self-esteem and self-reflectiveness in my students to create lifelong learners.
Culturally Responsive Practices
Māori, Pasifika and students from different cultures will be valued in my
classroom.
High expectations will be set so they can achieve their full potential.
Their contributions to the learning is paramount to their success.
Professional Relationships / Whanaungatanga
Positive interactions with my students to enhance their learning progression.
Engaging in collegial relationships for professional support and mentoring.
Communication with parents / whānau to further support students' learning
outcomes.

8. Teaching Practice 1
St. Joseph's Primary School
Queenstown
5th May-20th June 2014
Year 5/6
Associate Teacher: Mrs Janne Anderson
Janne Anderson
Associate Teacher
St. Joseph's Primary School
Ali has demonstrated professional relationships
with Principal, staff, children and
parents/caregivers she has met.
Ali is always extremely well prepared to teach. I
like the way she thinks outside the square and
initiates different activity to engage the children.
She reflects on her practice in order to modify any
learning experiences that may need this.
Ali has been keen to take advantage of every
opportunity. Never shunning away from an
experience that may offer challenge-particularly
our Religious Education programme.
Ali is flexible in her thinking and planning.
Her knowledge and proficiency in numeracy and
literacy have grown extensively to be able to
design effective learning programmes.
Trish Inder
Principal
St. Joseph's Primary School
Ali constantly reflects on her practice, seeking
ways to improve the impact she has on students'
learning.
Ali conducts herself professionally at all times.
She has fully engaged in our staff meetings,
professional learning sessions and prayers.
She has shown respect towards our special
Catholic character and did a great job preparing
the students for sharing their learning in Religious
Education.
Nicki Dabner
Visiting Lecturer
College Of Education, University of Canterbury
High quality learning design-planning,
assessment and evaluation.
She sets high standards for herself and her
students in all areas.
High quality reflective practice-continual review
and reflection to improve outcomes and inform
future learning.
Ability to identify 'next learning steps'.
Excellent organisation in all areas across the
whole placement.
Her professionalism, dedication and enthusiasm,
combined with her high degree of organisation
and preparation are to be commended.

9. Teaching Practice 2
Remarkables Primary School
Queenstown
22nd October-21st November 2014
Year 1
Associate Teacher: Lara Moss
Lara Moss
Associate Teacher
Remarkables Primary School
Very enthusiastic for teaching opportunities
and experiences.
Students work well with Ali and respect her in
the teacher role.
Ali seeks feedback on her practice and makes
changes accordingly.
Planned effectively to meet the learning needs
of Pasifika students and students who are
tracking below National Standards.
Uses digital planning and modelling books
efficiently.
Uses Teaching as Inquiry to monitor and
evaluate the effectiveness of her teaching.
Flexible and contributes to team discussions.
Introduced behaviour expectations and refers
to them throughout the day.
Incorporates te reo Māori in her teaching
practice.
Ken Donaldson
Visiting Lecturer
College Of Education, University of
Canterbury
Engaged children in movement based activity
prior to starting the lessons.
Incorporated ICT in her teaching.
Good questioning techniques to engage the
children.
Postive rapport with the children.
High level of collaboration with teaching team.

10. Referees
John Western
Principal of Prep School, Scots College
(Former Principal at Queenstown Primary School)
Sandy Cochrane
Deputy Principal, Queenstown Primary School
Janne Anderson
Associate Teacher at St. Josephs' Primary School
Lara Moss
Associate Teacher at Remarkables Primary School