Alphonsa George

Registered New Zealand Primary and Secondary Teacher with over 11 years of teaching experience across Early Childhood Education, primary, intermediate, secondary and higher secondary settings in New Zealand and overseas. Currently working as a relief teacher in New Zealand schools, delivering inclusive, learner-centred teaching aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum. Grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Tātaiako cultural competencies, and Our Code, Our Standards, committed to culturally responsive practice that supports ākonga Māori, Pasifika learners and students with diverse learning needs.

Hold a Certificate in Learning Disability and Management, complemented by two years of practical experience supporting students with learning disabilities through differentiated and multisensory teaching approaches. Skilled in structured literacy, classroom management, and building positive relationships with learners, whānau, colleagues and the wider school community. Currently studying Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 2) – New Zealand Certificate in Te Reo (Bilingual) (Level 2) at Ara Institute of Canterbury.

Relief Teacher - Hornby High School, Rolleston College, Heata Community College - Christchurch

(2026-03)

Teach across Years 9–10 in a variety of curriculum areas, adapting quickly to different learning programmes and classroom routines.

• Support learners with diverse academic, behavioral and learning needs using positive behavior strategies and differentiated teaching.
• Build respectful relationships with students while maintaining safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure continuity of learning and student wellbeing.
• Maintain a calm, focused learning environment using PB4L strategies and clear, consistent expectations.
• Support ākonga to stay engaged with set tasks while building rapport across diverse and multicultural classrooms.

Volunteer Teacher (Years 7 - 8 / Primary) - St Bernadette's School - Hornby, Christchurch

(2024-01 - 2025-01)

• Delivered lessons aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum across literacy, numeracy and inquiry topics.
• Built strong learning relationships with students and collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure continuity of learning.
• Differentiated tasks for a range of learning needs, including ESOL learners and students requiring extension.
• Contributed to a positive, inclusive Catholic-character school environment grounded in care and respect.

Volunteer Teacher (Literacy Support) - St Mary's Primary School - Rotorua

(2020-04 - 2020-12)

• Provided 1:1 and small-group reading support using phonics and sound-based methods to lift reading and writing confidence.
• Engaged students through storytelling, rhymes and creative activities that strengthened oral language and communication.
• Supported classroom teachers with planning, group rotations and behaviour management during literacy sessions.

Primary/ ECE Teacher (Class Teacher) - Rajagiri Public School - Doha-Qatar

(2015-03 - 2017-12)

Class teacher for primary students, planning and delivering integrated programmes across English, Mathematics, EVS and Social Science.

• Maintained accurate assessment records and provided constructive written and verbal feedback to students and parents.
• Organised and supervised cultural events, sports days and school excursions, encouraging student leadership and participation.

Secondary / Primary School Teacher - Chinmaya Vidyalaya Public School - Ernakulam, Kerala

(2006-01 - 2014-01)

Taught EVS, Mathematics and English to pre-primary and primary students, and Social Science to secondary students.

• Designed age-appropriate lessons aligned to curriculum outcomes and assessed student progress through varied formative tools.
• Mentored junior teachers and contributed to whole-school planning, cultural programmes and parent-teacher communications.

Support Coordinator - Hohepa Canterbury - Christchurch

(2021-01)

Supported individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism and complex learning needs using person-centred approaches.

• Maintain accurate progress records and respond effectively to behavioural and wellbeing challenges.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans in collaboration with families (whānau), healthcare professionals and multidisciplinary teams to promote learner wellbeing and independence.
• Apply positive behaviour support strategies to encourage communication, social participation, emotional regulation and independent living skills.
• Coordinate staff schedules and ensure continuity of high-quality, person-centred support.
• Maintain accurate progress records, monitor individual outcomes, and respond effectively to behavioural, wellbeing and safeguarding needs.

Sunday School Teacher (Volunteer) - St Thomas Syro Malabar Mission - Christchurch

(2022-02)

• Plan and deliver weekly faith-formation lessons; mentor children in values, leadership and community participation.

New Zealand Certificate in Te Reo (Bilingual) (Level 2) - Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 2) - Ara Institute of Canterbury (2026)

Graduate Diploma in Mentoring and Professional Leadership/ Adult Teaching - Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, New Zealand (2020)

Master of Arts (M.A.) - History / Social Science - Mahatma Gandhi University, India (2012)

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) - Social Science/Guidance and counseling - Mahatma Gandhi University, India (2014)

Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Level 4) - Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, India (2005)

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - History - Mahatma Gandhi University, India (2004)