Support Staff

Support staff are vital for ensuring a range of administrative, management and teaching outcomes are achieved. From managing the school office, teaching te reo, supporting neuro-diverse students and caring for our physical environment, the work of support staff at Ōtari School is highly valued.

Office Manager: Jillian Wilson is the full-time office manager, responsible for a multitude of daily administrative tasks that help the school to run smoothly and provides important assistance to the Principal in his management role.

IT Support: Deanne Grigsby looks after the IT equipment in the school.

Kaiarahi i Te Reo: Parekohai Wells supports the teaching of te reo Māori throughout the Immersion strand. Parekohai has significant teaching responsibility in this area.

Montessori Teaching Assistant: Jamie Flude works in the Montessori Strand assisting teachers in the delivery of Montessori education.

Māori Immersion Kaiawhina: Katrina Murray and Bridie Te Maipi work within the Māori Immersion Strand, assisting the junior students with their learning.

Learning Support Teacher Aides: Currently there are five special needs teacher aides delivering support for range of students who have special needs. They are Rebecca McKenzie-Pollock, Richie Kobiti-Hiko, Cynthia Alyward, Harry McKee and Emile Guy.

Library Assistant: Hilary Eats works on Tuesdays in the library.

Caretaker: Rakesh Sharma ensures our school property needs are addressed.