NZTC-007 Webinar
Having difficult conversations with student teachers
What to do when things go wrong
Format: Recorded Webinar

What will you learn?

About the presenter
Bridgit Williams
MProfStud(Ed); BA (Ed); DipTchgECE; PGDip Montessori
Bridgit has been a professional learning facilitator and mentor since 2008, previously with EC Professional Support at the University of Auckland. She believes effective leadership and ongoing professional learning are key to improving quality in early childhood education.
Bridgit completed her Masters degree in early 2015, looking specifically at the induction and mentoring of ECE teachers. Her professional interests include effective leadership and communication, inclusive teaching practice, intentional teaching and implementing authentic curriculum.

About the presenter
Fiona Woodgate
A teacher at heart. Experienced Early Childhood Specialist and Registered Teacher with a demonstrated history of working in the Education Sector. Skilled in Mentoring, Technology, Staff Induction and Development, Communications, Curriculum design and implementation, and Educational Leadership. Graduated from Manukau Institute of Technology (Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Teaching, 2009), PGradDip in Education (ECE) 2016 (NZTC), NZdipL6 Adult and Tertiary Teaching 2020 (SIT) and Master of Educational Leadership (UOA) 2023. Currently Program Leader Field Practice with New Zealand Tertiary College, experienced in Tertiary and Adult teaching, mentoring and knowledge development. Strong understanding of the 'theory to practice' connection. I believe that positive learning outcomes for all ākonga are achieved through quality teaching and culturally responsive practice.