I started at Orewa College in 2001 and work in the Student Support Centre. What a great place to be!
Having spent the last twenty years working in schools and HE in the UK, Germany & New Zealand, I am looking forward to working with the TA team at Orewa College.
Having spent the last twenty years working in schools and HE in the UK, Germany & New Zealand, I am looking forward to working with the TA team at Orewa College. I have already met with some delightful young people and staff and hope that I can help support our students in reaching their potential.
My role at Orewa College is PA to the Associate Principal and Deputy Principal’s.
My role at Orewa College is administrative support for EOTC, trips and the school calendar. I have a passion for organisation and administration.
I have come from Avondale College where I was the Sports Coordinator for a few years. I studied at AUT gaining a degree in Bachelor of Sport and Recreation, Majoring in Outdoor Education, where I went onto working in the tourism industry for a few years. I originally come from the Central North Island but have lived in Auckland for the last two decades.
I have been part of the Orewa College team since 2010.
I have been part of the Orewa College team since 2010. I have previously been involved in data management, reporting, enrolments and communications for Orewa College. It is enjoyable to be part of such a motivated and professional team of people who are passionate about education young people. Students continually impress me by the level of respect, confidence and maturity they demonstrate.
I am a Teaching Assistant with a background in graphic design, and a BA in Communication Studies.
I am a Teaching Assistant with a background in graphic design, and a BA in Communication Studies. I enjoy connecting with students and helping them to find their strengths, and believe in themselves. My own challenges in learning when younger and my journey to overcome them are a source of my motivation to give back. Living sustainably is also very important to me - I have a veggie garden at home, and am always looking for ways to "live lighter.
I am a Teaching Assistant in the Learner Support Department.
In my role I assist with the day to day running of the Library and provide administrative support to the English Department.
In my role I assist with the day to day running of the Library and provide administrative support to the English Department
I really enjoy working in our Library and school environment and especially love the variety of work and the daily contact with our awesome students and staff. Outside of work hours I enjoy going to the gym, beach-time, walking, reading, singing in a local choir and time with family and friends.
Joining the International Department in 2022 is a great fit, as I have a love of travel and meeting new people.
As well as assisting our existing students, I look forward to welcoming our new international arrivals and supporting them in their journey here. I have many years of administration experience and love the variety this role offers.
Outside of school you will find me outdoors, most likely hiking!
My role at Orewa College is Sports Administrator.
My role in the sports department is coordinating, supporting and administering all sports from Years 7 - 13. I have previously worked in other school administration roles and have a background in the travel industry and in accounts roles. I have two boys who attend Orewa College and love watching kids play sport!
I look after NZQA and reporting for Orewa College.
I have worked at Orewa College for the past 12 years and love our school community.
I have worked at Orewa College for the past 12 years and love our school community. I previously worked as a Teacher Aide over in the SSC, however last year I was given the opportunity to make the move over to the Deans Department, as the Deans PA. I love working with our awesome students and helping them to be the very best that they can be.
I joined the Orewa College Administration Team in 2022.
I have been at Orewa College for the last 3 years.
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I joined the Administration Team at Orewa College in 2022.
It is a wonderful privilege to be able to work along side the students and share in their triumphs big or small.
It is a wonderful privilege to be able to work along side the students and share in their triumphs big or small. I have a huge passion for horses and engaging them in a therapeutic way to help others and in my spare time I work with my equine buddy Murphy. I spent two years at Stanmore Bay Primary as a Teacher Aide and before that I was a Stunt Actor for the film industry in Toronto Canada for 10 years.
After emigrating from the UK in 2003 I started work as a Teaching Assistant in a satellite class of Westbridge Residential, which specialised in behaviour management.
After emigrating from the UK in 2003 I started work as a Teaching Assistant in a satellite class of Westbridge Residential, which specialised in behaviour management. In 2008 I came to Orewa College work as a Teaching Assistant in the Student Support Centre. Over the last nine years my teaching assistant role has diversified and I now coordinate Youth Award Scheme for students in Years 11-13 as well as support students in mainstream classes.
My name is Tanya and I have worked in school sports for over 16 years.
My name is Tanya Lucas. I have worked in school sports for over 16 years both in the public and the private school system. My role in the sports department is coordinating, supporting and administering all sports from year 7 - 13. I have a passion to see as many students as possible excel in their chosen sports.
I support the teachers with all curriculum resources, I administer the budget, organise and run the Northern Auckland Region Technical Challenge.
I support the teachers with all curriculum resources, I administer the budget, organise and run the Northern Auckland Region Technical Challenge. I go to Year 8 school camp; we self cater so I organise and run three kitchen to feed up to 300 people over 4 days. I am in the process or organising and building an electronic resource library. Through out the year I do smaller projects as well, my job is varied and I love it.
I am originally from the Philippines and have been living in New Zealand for 12 years.
I finished my degree in Business Administration and hold a certificate in cookery level 4. I have been working as a chef in a rest home and restaurant for more than 4 years. I am so excited to be a technician in the technology department at Orewa College.
I am a Teaching Assistant in the Learner Support Department.
I have always been involved in education and have a background in Psychology. My passion is helping students reach their full potential. I am very excited to be part of such an efficient and well run Learner Support Centre, where each member of staff is fully invested and has their heart in the job.
I work in the Careers Department providing administration support to the Careers Advisor and to our Gateway and STAR teachers.
I work in the Careers Department providing administration support to the Careers Advisor and to our Gateway and STAR teachers. I really enjoy the contact that I am able to have with students and watching them develop their career interests.
I have worked at Orewa College as a Teaching Assistant for over 7 years.
I have worked at Orewa College as a Teaching Assistant for over 7 years. My strengths are working with students in Year 7 and 8 and I enjoy developing collaborative relationships with all their teachers. I organise and run the Reading Mileage Programme in Year 7 and 8 and coordinate a team of volunteers every morning.
As Learning Support Manager, I have the privilege of working with students, support staff, specialists, teachers and parents.
As Learning Support Coordinator I have the privilege of working with students, support staff, specialists, teachers and parents. As a member of the Orewa College staff I have the privilege of being part of a unique and remarkable learning environment. Our comprehensive support structure and collaborative approach for meeting the diverse needs of the students is, I believe quite exceptional (biased of course)!
I have worked here for many years and I am still learning. I have lived on the coast for many years and really enjoy the community, beaches and lifestyle.
I have been at Orewa College for several years working with the Accounts team and more recently Accounts and student reception.
I have been at Orewa College for several years working with the Accounts team and more recently Accounts and student reception. This is an extremely busy position which includes payments from students and parents, processing invoices for payment and daily contact with our students for their many requirements.
I am a former Orewa College student and the science department's new Lab Assistant.
I joined the Science Department in 2022 after completing a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Zoology and Ecology. I have enjoyed being able to apply and build on skills I learnt in university in this role, whilst working alongside some of my former high school teachers.
The role of science technician entails operating a system for chemical storage,
The role of science technician entails operating a system for chemical storage, labelling, use, disposal and inventory to meet HSNO and departmental policy requirements. I maintain and set up, operate and run checks on general equipment in the department
Supporting teaching staff in practical aspects of the science programme and assist students with equipment requests for individual projects.
I look after the bulk photocopying jobs for the school in our dedicated printroom.
Our Library is a place that students can come to for their reading and information needs.
Our Library is a place that students can come to for their reading and information needs. I lead a team of Librarians who are passionate about helping students develop a lifelong enjoyment of reading. We also pride ourselves in assisting students to navigate the digital world. Our job often involves us supporting what the teachers are doing in the classroom and ensuring that students receive the help they require. What I enjoy the most is finding students who love to read and are enthusiastic when their favourite author publishers a new book.
I am a qualified Adult Educator, and spent most of my career in the Travel Industry.
I am a qualified Adult Educator, and spent most of my career in the Travel Industry. The past 5 years I’ve volunteered at local schools and gained qualifications in The Feuerstein Method. I’m really looking forward to working alongside the Teachers helping our youth be the best they can be. In my spare time i’m Group Leader for our local Sea Scout group, so you’ll find me most days at the beach or out in the bush camping with 30+ youth
I’m in charge of all finance and payroll for the college from over the counter payments through to the full audit and ministry requirements.
My name is Jennifer Wong and I come from Malaysia. I have been in NZ for the past 30 years.
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