Megan Willis
Tēnā koutou katoa. Ko Megan Willis tōku ingoa.
I am one of the NCEA Implementation Facilitators for all subjects within the Social Sciences working in the Te Tai Runga tākiwa.
I come to Te Tāhuhu o Mātauranga from 15 years as a Social Science teacher in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. During this time I was Head of Geography and Tourism and a Within School Lead for our Kāhui Ako. I have an interest in access and inclusion and have experience in working with ākonga and whānau who have diverse needs. I can support kaiako to design units and courses that reduce barriers for ākonga.
I have been part of the Tourism Subject Expert Group and enjoyed being part of a team, creating new approaches with greater relevance for our ākonga. I am looking forward to working with teachers of Social Sciences to do the same and create courses that will be accessible for all and provide opportunities to reflect their local communities.
I applied for the NIF role as I can see how the new NCEA changes will provide greater opportunity for our ākonga to have success in their educational journey, and because I was interested in supporting kaiako as they design and implement their new programmes.
Annelies Mead
Tēnā koutou katoa. Ko Annelies Mead tōku ingoa.
I am the NCEA Implementation Facilitator for Learning Languages working in the Te Tai Runga takīwa. I have been teaching Spanish for 15 years - starting out in Auckland, overseas and more recently in Wellington. Duringthis time, I was Head of Department for Languages and Year 9 Dean. Prior to Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, I worked in learning design and development in the tertiary space with a particular focus on assessment design.
I am excited to be able to work with kaiako, kura and schools to support the implementation of the NCEA changes because I believe that these changes will make our education system more inclusive and accessible for all ākonga.
Rachel Cookson
As an experienced kaiako I have had the pleasure of teaching both Mathematics and Statistics to Year 7-13 in a variety of schools. I am passionate about supporting ākonga in building a positive mindset to Mathematics and Statistics. It is my belief that learning is a reciprocal process and we can all benefit from a growth mindset.
I have worked in various roles within schools including Assistant Principal, Head of Faculty, Dean and Restorative Practice Coordinator. These roles have taught me the importance of sharing knowledge and expertise among kaiako. There is an abundance of skills and passion among Aotearoa New Zealand kaiako and when we share our experiences, we all grow. The NCEA changes support ākonga to grow in their learning by providing opportunity for them to build knowledge and skills that enable them to gain a credible qualification.
A highlight of my work so far has been the engagements in discussion with kaiako around changing pedagogy. This kōrero has led to discussions on the importance of connecting with ākonga and the exploration of shifting how we share curriculum knowledge. Ultimately this has allowed course design that fosters equity and inclusion.
Tom Sinclair
Ko Tom Sinclair tōku ingoa. I am excited to join the team as a NCEA implementation facilitator with a focus on Health and Physical Education. This includes Physical Education, Health, Outdoor Education and Food and Nutrition.
Over my 17 years of teaching, I am grateful for all the support that has helped and supported my journey in education. Already it has been fantastic to see the work that has been done and meet so many passionate people across all areas of Te Tai Runga. The NCEA change is an exciting time and I enjoy working with middle leaders and teachers to find ways forward in pedagogical practice and implementation. Alongside unpacking Big Ideas and Significant Learning we have been supporting teachers with starting to look at literacy/numeracy links, Universal Design for Learning, Mana Ōrite and course planning.
I see this role as vital in helping bridge the gap between planning and delivery. These are part of several changes which I see as a positive shift in building our understanding and capability as a sector. Reflecting and putting all learners at the centre is a wonderful place to start.
Vanessa Jarman
Tēnā koutou katoa. Ko Vanessa Jarman tōku ingoa. Nō Ōtautahi ahau. He kaiako āhau mō ngā kura tuarua.
I am an experienced English teacher who has worked in a range of Christchurch secondary schools for the past 20+ years, in various department and school-wide leadership roles. My first love in a school is being in the classroom teaching English to teenagers, adapting learning-first programmes to be relevant and engaging, to suit their interests and aspirations. My second love in a school is helping teachers grow their practice, teaching knowledge and skills so they have more tools, are confident and enjoy their job. My experience as a SCT, literacy leader, and professional learning leader means I understand how teachers learn. In 2022 I completed my Masters of Education endorsed in Inclusive Education so I understand the why, the what, the how, and the challenges of inclusive education. This is why I am excited about the NCEA changes – a chance to enact inclusive education rather than just aspire to it.
For me, the mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori imperative is the most important change and why I am pleased to be a NIF, representing Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga. I am deeply passionate about culturally responsive pedagogy and I am well on the way to completing my Diploma in Te Aupikitanga ki te Reo Kairangi.
A highlight from my work as a NIF so far has been teachers responding after a kōrero or workshop that they feel clearer, calmer, and more confident about the changes, and how they will take their next steps in implementing those changes.
Rachel Chisnall
Kia ora, Malo e lelei, Hello there!
I’m Rachel Chisnall, I am an NCEA implementation facilitator based in Ōtepoti Dunedin. I am passionate about Science education, supporting digital fluency, student-centered learning approaches, and utilising the key competencies across all learning areas.
Success can look and feel different for all learners, and I look forward to supporting middle leaders and teachers to bring the NCEA changes to life in their places and contexts, to best support their learners and communities.
Angela Seyb
Kia ora koutou. Ko Angela Seyb tōku ingoa.
I have joined the Ministry from the secondary sector having spent 20 years teaching ākonga across a range of subjects, primarily Maths and Social Science (Psychology, Geography and History). I have held HoD, SLT and Kāhui Ako leadership roles, and have particular interests in digital learning design and literacy. Data, spreadsheets and spatial analysis are my happy place, and one of the highlights of my last few years was participating in the Network of Expertise for Geography, focused on supporting the use of geographic information systems. I look forward to supporting schools in Te Tai Runga with implementation of the NCEA changes. A particular highlight of my work is connecting with kaiako who are sole teachers in charge of a subject or who are working in smaller schools.
Tania Roxborogh
Ko wai au? Ko Tania Kelly Roxborogh tōku ignoa. He kaiako, he kaituhi hoki.
Who am I? Tania Roxborogh – a teacher and a writer.
Nō hea au? Nō Ngāti Porou me Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekuri ngā iwi o ōku tīpuna Māori.
Ko Airihi me Kōtarina ngā iwi kē o ōku tīpuna.
Where are you from/who are your people? I’m of Māori, Irish and Scottish decent
I come to this new role from my position at Lincoln High School, Canterbury and bring with me over 34 years’ experience teaching English and drama (including HOD at four schools) as well as many years actively engaged and working with NZQA and the Ministry of Education. I am also currently enrolled as a PhD student at Massey University where I am researching ways to decolonise the teaching of Shakespeare.
I believe that, to navigate their world and make it a better place, ākonga must see and experience their education through the lens of tikanga and mātauranga Māori. In Aotearoa New Zealand, we have a rich heritage of story and knowledge, and it is time to privilege those in our classrooms. I’m excited to see the rapidly evolving nature of the content and delivery of material in our schools to one that truly reflects mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori.
My aim is to walk alongside and guide, to lead where needed, to follow while listening, and to serve. I look forward to the opportunities to give back to teaching and the wider community supported by a countrywide team as we all work to incorporate Change Two.
Megan Willis
Tēnā koutou katoa. Ko Megan Willis tōku ingoa.
I am one of the NCEA Implementation Facilitators for all subjects within the Social Sciences working in the Te Tai Runga tākiwa.
I come to Te Tāhuhu o Mātauranga from 15 years as a Social Science teacher in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. During this time I was Head of Geography and Tourism and a Within School Lead for our Kāhui Ako. I have an interest in access and inclusion and have experience in working with ākonga and whānau who have diverse needs. I can support kaiako to design units and courses that reduce barriers for ākonga.
I have been part of the Tourism Subject Expert Group and enjoyed being part of a team, creating new approaches with greater relevance for our ākonga. I am looking forward to working with teachers of Social Sciences to do the same and create courses that will be accessible for all and provide opportunities to reflect their local communities.
I applied for the NIF role as I can see how the new NCEA changes will provide greater opportunity for our ākonga to have success in their educational journey, and because I was interested in supporting kaiako as they design and implement their new programmes.
Annelies Mead
Tēnā koutou katoa. Ko Annelies Mead tōku ingoa.
I am the NCEA Implementation Facilitator for Learning Languages working in the Te Tai Runga takīwa. I have been teaching Spanish for 15 years - starting out in Auckland, overseas and more recently in Wellington. Duringthis time, I was Head of Department for Languages and Year 9 Dean. Prior to Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, I worked in learning design and development in the tertiary space with a particular focus on assessment design.
I am excited to be able to work with kaiako, kura and schools to support the implementation of the NCEA changes because I believe that these changes will make our education system more inclusive and accessible for all ākonga.
Rachel Cookson
As an experienced kaiako I have had the pleasure of teaching both Mathematics and Statistics to Year 7-13 in a variety of schools. I am passionate about supporting ākonga in building a positive mindset to Mathematics and Statistics. It is my belief that learning is a reciprocal process and we can all benefit from a growth mindset.
I have worked in various roles within schools including Assistant Principal, Head of Faculty, Dean and Restorative Practice Coordinator. These roles have taught me the importance of sharing knowledge and expertise among kaiako. There is an abundance of skills and passion among Aotearoa New Zealand kaiako and when we share our experiences, we all grow. The NCEA changes support ākonga to grow in their learning by providing opportunity for them to build knowledge and skills that enable them to gain a credible qualification.
A highlight of my work so far has been the engagements in discussion with kaiako around changing pedagogy. This kōrero has led to discussions on the importance of connecting with ākonga and the exploration of shifting how we share curriculum knowledge. Ultimately this has allowed course design that fosters equity and inclusion.
Tom Sinclair
Ko Tom Sinclair tōku ingoa. I am excited to join the team as a NCEA implementation facilitator with a focus on Health and Physical Education. This includes Physical Education, Health, Outdoor Education and Food and Nutrition.
Over my 17 years of teaching, I am grateful for all the support that has helped and supported my journey in education. Already it has been fantastic to see the work that has been done and meet so many passionate people across all areas of Te Tai Runga. The NCEA change is an exciting time and I enjoy working with middle leaders and teachers to find ways forward in pedagogical practice and implementation. Alongside unpacking Big Ideas and Significant Learning we have been supporting teachers with starting to look at literacy/numeracy links, Universal Design for Learning, Mana Ōrite and course planning.
I see this role as vital in helping bridge the gap between planning and delivery. These are part of several changes which I see as a positive shift in building our understanding and capability as a sector. Reflecting and putting all learners at the centre is a wonderful place to start.
Vanessa Jarman
Tēnā koutou katoa. Ko Vanessa Jarman tōku ingoa. Nō Ōtautahi ahau. He kaiako āhau mō ngā kura tuarua.
I am an experienced English teacher who has worked in a range of Christchurch secondary schools for the past 20+ years, in various department and school-wide leadership roles. My first love in a school is being in the classroom teaching English to teenagers, adapting learning-first programmes to be relevant and engaging, to suit their interests and aspirations. My second love in a school is helping teachers grow their practice, teaching knowledge and skills so they have more tools, are confident and enjoy their job. My experience as a SCT, literacy leader, and professional learning leader means I understand how teachers learn. In 2022 I completed my Masters of Education endorsed in Inclusive Education so I understand the why, the what, the how, and the challenges of inclusive education. This is why I am excited about the NCEA changes – a chance to enact inclusive education rather than just aspire to it.
For me, the mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori imperative is the most important change and why I am pleased to be a NIF, representing Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga. I am deeply passionate about culturally responsive pedagogy and I am well on the way to completing my Diploma in Te Aupikitanga ki te Reo Kairangi.
A highlight from my work as a NIF so far has been teachers responding after a kōrero or workshop that they feel clearer, calmer, and more confident about the changes, and how they will take their next steps in implementing those changes.
Rachel Chisnall
Kia ora, Malo e lelei, Hello there!
I’m Rachel Chisnall, I am an NCEA implementation facilitator based in Ōtepoti Dunedin. I am passionate about Science education, supporting digital fluency, student-centered learning approaches, and utilising the key competencies across all learning areas.
Success can look and feel different for all learners, and I look forward to supporting middle leaders and teachers to bring the NCEA changes to life in their places and contexts, to best support their learners and communities.
Angela Seyb
Kia ora koutou. Ko Angela Seyb tōku ingoa.
I have joined the Ministry from the secondary sector having spent 20 years teaching ākonga across a range of subjects, primarily Maths and Social Science (Psychology, Geography and History). I have held HoD, SLT and Kāhui Ako leadership roles, and have particular interests in digital learning design and literacy. Data, spreadsheets and spatial analysis are my happy place, and one of the highlights of my last few years was participating in the Network of Expertise for Geography, focused on supporting the use of geographic information systems. I look forward to supporting schools in Te Tai Runga with implementation of the NCEA changes. A particular highlight of my work is connecting with kaiako who are sole teachers in charge of a subject or who are working in smaller schools.
Tania Roxborogh
Ko wai au? Ko Tania Kelly Roxborogh tōku ignoa. He kaiako, he kaituhi hoki.
Who am I? Tania Roxborogh – a teacher and a writer.
Nō hea au? Nō Ngāti Porou me Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekuri ngā iwi o ōku tīpuna Māori.
Ko Airihi me Kōtarina ngā iwi kē o ōku tīpuna.
Where are you from/who are your people? I’m of Māori, Irish and Scottish decent
I come to this new role from my position at Lincoln High School, Canterbury and bring with me over 34 years’ experience teaching English and drama (including HOD at four schools) as well as many years actively engaged and working with NZQA and the Ministry of Education. I am also currently enrolled as a PhD student at Massey University where I am researching ways to decolonise the teaching of Shakespeare.
I believe that, to navigate their world and make it a better place, ākonga must see and experience their education through the lens of tikanga and mātauranga Māori. In Aotearoa New Zealand, we have a rich heritage of story and knowledge, and it is time to privilege those in our classrooms. I’m excited to see the rapidly evolving nature of the content and delivery of material in our schools to one that truly reflects mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori.
My aim is to walk alongside and guide, to lead where needed, to follow while listening, and to serve. I look forward to the opportunities to give back to teaching and the wider community supported by a countrywide team as we all work to incorporate Change Two.