Learning Assistants

About Me

Paula is a much valued member of our support team. She supports individual students, enabling them to participate and engage in their learning. Paula's calm and willing character are real strengths in our team. Paula also supports ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) children across the kura.

E: pmcgill@stclair.school.nz

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Jo has been a much valued member of our support staff for a number of years. Her work is focused on learning support and social skill development. Her work ethic is much appreciated, and her willingness to do whatever is needed for our children is a huge asset to our school.

E: jpreston@stclair.school.nz

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Courtney joined us in 2021 as a learning assistant, and has quickly demonstrated her skill in working with children. Courtney is professional, calm and caring, and efficiently supports the children with their learning needs.

E: cclark@stclair.school.nz

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Helen is an important member of the Learning Assistant team. Her calm, professional manner ensures she is able to support children to achieve their best in their learning. Helen is an efficient, dedicated and very capable member of our team.

E: hhughes@stclair.school.nz

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Pania joined us in 2019 as a learning support member. Pania has been involved in schools for many years with paid and unpaid work. She brings a calm positivity to our team, and has a great depth of empathy and understanding for the children she supports.

E: pdouglas@stclair.school.nz

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Trish has been a member of our learning support team for many years, and brings a wealth of experience to her work. Her caring manner, effective support techniques and great sense of humour make her popular with children and adults alike. Trish supports our ESOL (English Second Language Learners) across the school, and has vast experience with these children and their needs.

E: tashton@stclair.school.nz

About Me

Pip comes to us with seven years experience working in the early learning sector, and joined the team in 2020. Pip's bubbly, outgoing nature ensures she meets the needs of the children in her care. Whatever needs doing, Pip will ensure that it is done well, with a friendly smile!

E: pcosgrove@stclair.school.nz