Our Dedicated Team at Harbour View Kindy
Kia ora tatou and welcome to Harbour View Kindergarten.
I came to Aotearoa 22 years ago, and it is such a pleasure to settle in a country full of creative and friendly people.
My family have been involved in the education sector for generations, so with an interest in early childhood education, I took the family path and became a qualified ECE teacher in 2010.
I find it fascinating to watch how children learn and explore the world - with positivities and possibilities in everything, and I enjoy learning alongside them each and every day. I believe as educators our job is not only about teaching, but also how we can assist tamariki in realising their true potential, and grow the confidence to lead their own learning.
We are delighted to have you as part of our kindy community, and I look forward to meeting you.
“Poipoia te kakano Kia puawai” - Nurture the seed and it will Blossom. Maori whakataukī
James Wang (Registered Teacher, Owner)
Kia ora everyone, and welcome to Harbour View Kindergarten.
I grew up in China and went to the States when I was 19, to study in the University of Oregon. I came to New Zealand after graduation and settled here with James, and now we have a happy family with our daughter and our Labrador retriever.
James and I are passionate about being kaiako, and the more I listen to children and watch them play, the more I realise how important it is for us to provide an environment that can assist children’s learning and meet their developmental needs. Seeing our tamariki playing and learning with a smile on their faces is what we are proud of, as well as what we are always trying to achieve here at Harbour View Kindy.
“Ko te ahurei o te tamaiti ka ārahi i ā tātou mahi” - Let the uniqueness of the child guide our work
Jakki Liu (Manager, administrator, Owner)
Kia Ora Everyone!
It is my pleasure to have been given the opportunity to work at the Harbour View Kindergarten. On my first day of work, I already experienced enthusiastic greetings and warm welcome from our parents, teachers, and the children. I want to express my gratitude to each and every one of you for your support and help, which has made me feel like a true member of HVK family.
Here's a brief introduction about myself: I come from the top north of China, Inner Mongolia, and moved to New Zealand in 2016. I graduated and become a registered teacher from New Zealand Tertiary College in 2018. And now I live with my lovely husband in West Auckland.
I have always particularly enjoyed working with "the little guys" and I look forward to getting to know the children and their families and whānau and being part of their learning journey!
Tamia Liu (Registered Teacher)
Hi everyone,
I have been teaching for may years, the last 17 years have been in the community of Hobsonville and Whenuapai. I have lived in Hobsonville for 38 years and have seen huge changes in land use and population growth. My husband and I ahve 3 sons who have been to kindergarten and school in the area. They have survived their youth, and all have partners, 2 of them making their home in the north west, our eldest son and his family live in Nelson along with our 2 grandchildren.
I began my teaching career in the early 80's with a Diploma in Early Childhood and was Head Teacher when I was 23. So I have participated in enormous change over the years, not only in the curriculum but also in the way we assess children's learning. However, I retired from my Head Teacher position in 2016, and have been a relieving teacher since then. Over the years I have recognised the importance of children developing emotional competency, I have gained knowledge in this area and would obe happy to share this with you.
I am looking forward to getting yo know your children and Whanau.
Trish Burn (Registered Teacher)
Hi I'm Cherie. I’m originally from China and moved to New Zealand in 2010. I finished my bachelor degree at AUT in 2013 and achieved graduate diploma in Teaching (early Childhood Education) in 2022. I can speak Mandarin, Cantonese and English. I could not imagine living anywhere else but this beautiful Aotearoa.
Since having my daughter, I believe children’s early stage of life is so crucial to the adult they will become, and I love having a part of and making a difference to their learning and development. That is the reason and motivation for me becoming an early childhood teacher. I have always been enjoying looking after children from an early age, it’s a beautiful journey as we capture their first steps and cute moments of their learning and experience.
My teaching philosophy is to create a safe and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and respected. I believe that every child has the potential to learn and grow, and I am dedicated to helping your child reach their full potential.
I am looking forward to start an adventure with your child and whanau, and don’t hesitate taking time to tell me about your child.
Fiona Long (Registered Teacher)
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Fiona Long (Registered Teacher)
My name is Fiona and it is my pleasure to join the HVK family, I am originally from China and came to New Zealand in 2017 where I met my husband, now we live in Hobsonville Point.
I received my graduate diploma in ECE teaching in 2018 and have been teaching ever since. Teaching is always my passion, back in China I have been a teacher in college for five years. I really enjoy my teaching time with children from different age groups, I believe the child’s first few years are the most important, because it lays the foundations for their learning and well-being throughout their entire lives. It is a privilege to be part of their learning journey to witness their development and achievements. I look forward to working alongside your children and getting to know you and your whanau.