Saima Adil

Compassionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator with a completed New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) and an NZQA-assessed Master of Science (Mathematics) comparable to NZQF Level 7. Currently working as a Relief Early Childhood Teacher with Utopia Education, supporting children and teaching teams across a variety of early learning centers in Auckland. Completed an eight-month practicum at Barnardo's Early Learning Centre, gaining practical experience implementing the principles of Te Whāriki, supporting children's learning through play, and creating safe, inclusive learning environments.

Brings three years of teaching experience at Roots International Primary School, Islamabad, Pakistan, along with volunteer experience at Botany Downs Primary School. Passionate about supporting children's learning, wellbeing, and development while building respectful relationships with children, whānau, and colleagues.

Relief Early Childhood Teacher - Utopia Education - Auckland

(2026-07)

• Provide quality education and care across a variety of early childhood centers.
• Support children's learning through play-based experiences.
• Promote children's safety, wellbeing, and development.
• Build positive relationships with children, whānau, and teaching teams.
• Assist with indoor and outdoor learning experiences.
• Follow center policies, routines, and health and safety procedures.
• Adapt confidently to different center environments and teaching teams.
• Support inclusive learning environments aligned with Te Whāriki.

Student Teacher (Practicum) - Barnardo's Early Learning Centre - Pakuranga, Auckland

Approximately 8 Months

• Planned and implemented engaging learning experiences.
• Supported children's learning using the principles of Te Whāriki.
• Assisted with learning observations and documentation.
• Supported children's social and emotional development.
• Assisted with daily routines, including meals, transitions, and rest times.
• Maintained safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environments.
• Worked collaboratively with registered teachers and families.

Teacher - Roots International Primary School - Islamabad, Pakistan

3 Years

• Planned and delivered engaging lessons for primary school students.
• Created a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Supported students' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Prepared lesson plans and classroom learning resources.
• Assessed student progress and maintained student records.
• Used positive behavior management strategies.
• Built effective relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participated in school activities and collaborative planning.

Volunteer - Botany Downs Primary School - Auckland

• Assisted teachers with classroom activities and learning resources.
• Supported students during classroom learning and library activities.
• Encouraged positive participation and engagement.
• Built respectful relationships with students and staff.

New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care - Early Childhood Education and Care - Vision College (2026)

Master of Science - Mathematics - Quaid-i-Azam University