Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests and hobbies
References
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Kane Galbraith

London

Summary

Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with a strong foundation in anthropology and a Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE) in progress. Known for creating engaging learning environments that foster young students' curiosity, confidence, and resilience. Excellent communication skills to develop rapport with children and families. Proven track record in implementing fun and engaging teaching strategies that promote lifelong success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Supply teacher

Teacher Active
London
09.2024 - 12.2025
  • Covered other teachers' classes during their absences, ensuring continuity in education delivery.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues for curriculum planning and execution.
  • Fostered positive student-teacher relationships to encourage student participation.
  • Carried out duties outside of classroom such as playground supervision or assembly organisation.
  • Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
  • Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
  • Adapted to a wide range of Nurseries and Primary School environments.

Supply Teacher

Opogo
London
05.2025 - 12.2025

Facilitated similar opportunities and roles as TeacherActive through teaching agency.


Acquired long-term position as reception teacher, independently planning and delivering lessons.


Learned and implemented Little Wandle phonics programme to enhance literacy.

Over 2's Teacher

THE GRANGE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRE
Auckland
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Delivered engaging lesson plans to my key children.
  • Formed strong relationships with children, parents and wider family.
  • Coordinator for our carpentry, show and tell, sporting and out and about programmes.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging experiences to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Modeled positive behaviour and communication skills for students.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day's schedule.

Loss Prevention Officer

THE WAREHOUSE
Auckland
08.2014 - 02.2021
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and alarm systems to detect suspicious activity.
  • Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to strengthen community partnerships and deter criminal activity within the store premises.
  • Educated store personnel and customers to apply best practices and comply with loss prevention policies and procedures.
  • Trained personnel on security best practices, protocols and procedures.
  • Responded quickly to emergency alarms and calls for assistance for improved issue prevention.
  • Completed incident reports and activity logs for accurate, current records.
  • Reduced inventory shrinkage by implementing effective loss prevention strategies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

University of Auckland
New Zealand

Graduate Diploma - Education

University of Auckland
New Zealand
2022

Skills

  • Curriculum Development and Implementation
  • Ability to foster and build meaningful relationships with children and families
  • Can effectively tailor teaching practice for large group, small group and individual learning
  • Promote positive behaviour management through role modelling, conflict resolution and ensuring inclusive environments
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation (Storypark, Sonar)
  • Facilitate play-based learning (Te Whariki)
  • Ability to adapt and be flexible in ways that benefit diverse children both culturally and behaviourally
  • Collaborate with colleagues to achieve holistic outcomes for children

Certification

Practising Certificate: Tiwhikete Whakaakoranga Tūturu, Full Practising Certificate (Category 1)

Interests and hobbies

  • Reading - supporting children to engage with literacy skills
  • Fitness - incorporating physical play into practice
  • Food - encouraging children to explore food and related skills
  • Being in nature - fostering a positive relationship with the natural environment
  • Spending time with family and friends - supporting children to value social competencies
  • Learning about different cultures - sharing history and cultural experiences with children

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Supply Teacher

Opogo
05.2025 - 12.2025

Supply teacher

Teacher Active
09.2024 - 12.2025

Over 2's Teacher

THE GRANGE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRE
01.2022 - 07.2024

Loss Prevention Officer

THE WAREHOUSE
08.2014 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

University of Auckland

Graduate Diploma - Education

University of Auckland
Kane Galbraith