Denyse Davis
Relationship-focused educator with extensive experience working alongside children and youth in education, Māori school and community environments
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Relationship-focused educator with extensive experience working alongside children and youth in education, Māori school and community environments. Holds a Bachelor of Education and brings strong skills in mentoring, pastoral support, programme delivery and positive relationship building. Passionate about creating safe and culturally responsive spaces where young people feel valued, heard and empowered to strengthen their confidence, identity, and potential.
Experience
Teacher - Te Kura Māori o Ngā Tapuwae
(2022-01)
Teach and support youth across Junior Science, Dance, Te Reo Māori and tutor/pastoral programmes.
- Build trusting relationships with youth and provide encouragement, guidance, and pastoral support.
- Create culturally responsive learning environments grounded in Te Reo Māori, customs and identity.
- Support confidence, leadership, self-expression, participation, and positive behavior.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, families and wider staff to support student wellbeing and achievement.
Positive Behaviour Advisor - Mahi Pai
(2023-01 - 2025-12)
Supported positive engagement and development through relationship-based work with young people and communities.
- Encouraged participation, confidence and positive decision-making.
- Used clear communication and a strengths-based approach when working with young people.
Learning Support Assistant - Te Kōhanga Reo o Whaia te Mātauranga
(2019-01 - 2021-12)
Supported children within a Māori philosophy early-learning environment, helping with learning, wellbeing and daily care while promoting Te Reo Māori, customs and positive relationships with families.
Children's Entertainer - Independent / Contract
(2023-01 - 2025-12)
Delivered engaging activities for children, using creativity, adaptability and strong communication to create positive experiences for children and families.
Mascot / Host - Rainbow's End
(2025-01 - 2026-12)
Engaged with children, families and visitors in a high-energy public environment, providing welcoming and positive customer experiences.
Dance Crew Leader - Nappyboyz
(2019-01)
Lead and mentor dancers through training, rehearsals, and performance opportunities, supporting confidence, discipline, teamwork, and self-expression.
- Achievements: Dancers Paradise - 3rd Place/ Mexico
- Danchella - 3rd Place/ Australia
Education
Bachelor of Education - Te Wānanga o Raukawa (2023-01 - 2024-12)
Business Management Study - NZQA / Provider details to confirm (2020-01 - 2021-12)
