Kia ora,
My name is Alicia and I have been working at Pokeno School as a learning assistant for the past 5 years. I feel I am pretty lucky to be working at Pokeno School with all the amazing staff and students. I have studied early childhood and have always worked with children having it be as a nanny, Porse educator or in a daycare. I have 4 children of my own Michael 27, Brayden 23, Callum 17 and Ava 13. I love spending time with my family and going camping with them.

In my spare time I like to be outdoors either playing sports, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking and bootcamps. I enjoy coaching netball and also have gone back to playing netball.

I look forward to seeing what this year will bring and working with our students.

Hallo!
I am Anja and I live in Pokeno. I am a mum of two and love spending time with my family.

I recently started as a Teacher Assistant at Pokeno School and I enjoy working with children. I have 6 years experience in teaching and love seeing people grow and reach their potential."

Hi.
My name is Annie. I live in pokeno and love the community.
I am a business graduate but chose my career path in education because I love working with kids.
I am looking forward to support learners woth their learning and help them reach their goals.

I've been a teacher aide for over 10 years and my role with Pokeno School is my most varied. I love the work I get to do within my role as the librarian and can't wait for the new library to be built! I like to think of myself as being part of a big family/village here at Pokeno, helping to shape and encourage our diverse learners.

I have 3 adult daughters and love getting together as a family as often as possible.

Hi, my name is Caela (pronounced Kyla).
I am part of our Learning Assistant team here at Pokeno School. I love seeing how enthusiastic all of our children are to learn everyday, and it’s an honour to be working along side them on their learning journeys. I live in Pokeno with my husband and 3 children. I love spending time with my family outdoors dirt biking, upcycling furniture and supporting my children with their sports and hobbies.

Hi! My name is Hilary McCurdy and I joined the team at Pokeno School as a Learning Assistant in 2022. I love working at the school with the amazing children and awesome staff.

I have lived in Pokeno since 2009 after living in Auckland for many years.

I enjoy walking and can often been seen walking the streets of Pokeno. I also enjoy different varieties of crafting including painting rocks.

Kia Ora

My name is Jodi Thring, and I am incredibly honored to be working as a teacher assistant at Pokeno School. I bring a unique perspective, having homeschooled my three daughters, two of whom now attend this very school. My passion lies in helping children overcome their fears and challenges towards learning, with the hope of making a positive impact in their lives.

In my free time, I enjoy music, singing, reading, crochet, and spending quality time with my family and friends.

Kiaora,

My name is Kaleena Wihapi and I am a support person for our tamariki here at Pokeno school. I have been in teaching for over 7 years and love seeing children reach their full potential. I also enjoy travel, photography and playing pool.

Hi, I am Lisa Carly. I live in Pukekawa with my husband Richard and my children Brodie and Sophie. I joined the Pokeno School team in 2018 as a Learning Assistant. I thoroughly enjoy working with our amazing staff and awesome students.

Hi, I'm Molly Mc Millan and I have been a teaching assistant since 2021, back in South Africa. When I finally reunited with my husband, I joined the Pokeno Kids After School team and a few months later was over the moon when I got the opportunity to join Pokeno School as a teaching assistant too; working and learning alongside amazing people and being able to support children on their individual journeys. Being a part of their daily achievements and struggles and able to support in teaching the way they learn.

In my spare time, when I am not busy with some sort of DIY project; my husband and I enjoy exploring the beautiful gem sites New Zealand has to offer. Going on walks, site seeing and visiting some of our family and friends we're blessed to have here.

I am excited to be a small part of each child's journey that crosses my path and Pokeno School's growth! If we don't already, I'm looking forward to exchanging a warm greeting or a chat when I pass you by :)

Hi, My name is Natasha McLellan. I live in Pukekawa with my husband Edwin and daughters Emily and Brianna. I joined the Pokeno School team in 2020 as a Learning Assistant. I thoroughly enjoy working with our amazing staff and awesome students.

Hi, I am Sarabjit Kaur. My family and I moved to Pokeno last year December from Papatoetoe. Before moving to Pokeno, I worked at Papatoetoe High School as a Teacher aide for 12 years.

I joined Pokeno School as a Learning Assistant since the beginning of Term Two 2022. I enjoy and love working with students and staff at Pokeno School and look forward 2023 to be a year full of fun and learning.

My hobbies are gardening and cooking. During my free time I enjoy listening to music, walking and spend time
with my family.

"Hi everyone, I'm Victoria but everyone calls me Tori,

I am Looking forward to working with the amazing students and staff this year and helping our learners achieve their goals."