Managers

Maria - Director Support

With Solomon Group since September 2005

Quals & Experience – National Certificate in Adult Literacy Education (Educator). Most of my experiences are life experiences where opportunities have arisen for me to develop as a person in this modern age of Technology. 17 years with NZ Post working my way from Mailroom Officer to Training Officer to Postshop Manager has given me Corporate Business experience.

Personal Statement – Having spent so much time developing myself I needed to re-evaluate who I wanted to be so I resigned from NZ Post.  It took two years to realise that my passion is helping people but in what capacity I had no idea.  Again an opportunity presented itself and I became a Teacher Aide with Solomon Group.  With the help of Solomon Group I believe I have finally found what I have been searching for: “Helping People to Help Themselves”.

With Solomon Group since 22 February 2011

Quals & Experience – Massey University BBus Degree (part-time).  NZ College of Fitness - Personal Trainer / Gym Instructor / Executive Fitness Trainer.  Worlds Wakaama Regatta - N.Z. Wakaama Representative 2006; N.Z. Wakaama Coach (Master Mens) 2008; N.Z. Wakaama Coach (J16 Boys) 2010.  25 years’ experience in the Transport Industry working in positions of Despatching, Warehouse Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Operations Manager.  Kapahaka Tutor.  Performed Maori Culture at various events and competitions local, national and offshore for over 25yrs.

Personal Statement - Being able to support and have a positive influence on those less fortunate than myself comes naturally.  I believe everyone deserves an opportunity to have access to good options, which will aid in a better quality of life.  However life has taught me that these come with sacrifices and hard work.

Sid Tuaoi - Manager

With Solomon Group since August 2008

Quals & Experience - Dip in Youth Work.  Dip in Sport.  Whanganui Regional Community Polytechnic: Reprographics; Special Needs, Prison Education & Retail Tutor; Administration; Student Accomadation Supervisor.  Te Ora Hou Youth Project: Mentoring youth; Co-ordinating youth programmes; Family Work; Holiday programmes.  SENZ Training & Employment Centre: Employment Coach; Literacy Tutor; Youth Worker; Recruitment Co-ordinator; Programme Manager.  Counties Manukau Youth Transition Services: Regional Coordinator

Personal Statement - Make the most of life’s opportunities and believe in yourself!

Linda Warren - Manager

With Solomon Group since September 2008

Quals & Experience – University of Auckland, Undergraduate studies joint majoring in Maori and Education.  Work Industries:  Health, Broadcasting, Travel, Insurance and Education.  Worlds Wakaama Regatta - N.Z. Wakaama Representative 2008, N.Z. Wakaama Treasurer (J16 Girls) 2010.  Kapahaka Tutor.  Performed Maori Culture at various events and competitions local, national and offshore for over 25yrs.  Counties Manukau Youth Transition Services: Regional Co-ordinator.

Personal Statement - I am passionate about learning opportunities being made available to all sectors in the community;  to also include the rights of indigenous peoples especially Maori and Pasifika in a post-colonial setting including issues relating to ‘tikanga’.

Audrey – Curriculum Manager

With Solomon Group since March 2003 

Quals & Experience –ESOL Home Tutor Certificate; NZQA Assessor; MIT Certificate of Achievement - Teaching Academic Literacy to Culturally diverse Classes; National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Education.

Personal Statement –I think there are many people who would like to work at Solomon Group, so I feel very privileged to have been given this opportunity to develop in my new career, alongside people of such high calibre.  The management and staff here are committed to delivering a high standard of teaching, not only to meet national standards but to better serve the students.

Shane Waaka – Property Manager

(Qualified Builder, National Certificate in Carpentry, Small Business Management – Level 4)