Our Board

I have been engaged in governance across 3 decades (!) From my involvement at school in school councils, leading to being award the Citizenship Award, to representations on University student councils, Presidents of drama societies, and in my role as principal ex officio on school boards, as well as serving on Albany Senior High School Board, and Berhampore school board as Chair.

I am a lecturer on an online masters programme in Montessori where we practice the use of dialogue. This is a technique developed by David Bohm, which follows a pathway of listening and trying to understand rather than 'making points' or 'convincing people'. It is with this collaboration in mind that I support the AMC board.

As a board, we recognise the world as a changing place and we are keen to consider ways to respond, and be proactive in the education space.

Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience in both teaching and administration. My involvement with Meraki Montessori has honed my skills in innovative educational approaches, and I am confident that my insights can be beneficial to the Board. I bring a unique blend of expertise in Montessori education, which I believe can provide a comprehensive perspective on various school initiatives.

My expectations for this position are centered around collaboration and strategic planning. I am eager to work with fellow Board members to ensure that Montessori continues to excel in providing high-quality education. I am particularly interested in supporting projects that align with our shared mission and vision.

I have a rich background in education, information technology, project management, and business after nearly 70 years of work experience. Much of my work has had a development focus, whether for new products and services, or in organisations, creating teams and systems.

All of my expertise is available to support the work of the board, including governance, development, and operational projects.

I enjoy working with people the most, especially to encourage team-based achievement, and am keen to continue this.

I would expect to contribute to the governance of the school(s), their projects and programmes with a constant eye on the outcomes being achieved by the student body and the organisation as a whole.

As a board member for Auckland Montessori College, I expect to engage in meaningful discussions and decisions, maintaining AMCs commitment to the Education and Training Act 2020, the National Education and Learning Priorities (NELP), and the National Curriculum. As a New Zealand resident, I am dedicated to increasing participation and success for underrepresented demographics, consistent with the Treaty of Waitangi principles. I aim to explore new educational models, promoting pathways for rangatahi to achieve independence and interdependence throughout their physical, psychological, and social lives.

With nearly 20 years of teaching experience across various settings, including Montessori, I have a deep commitment to holistic education. I have studied Montessori Secondary, supported Montessori Aotearoa New Zealand, attended numerous education conferences, and been a keynote speaker. My experience includes developing mentorship programs, advising tertiary students, creating cross-disciplinary curricula, and chairing a university-wide curriculum committee.