Staff Profiles

Michelle Galbraith

Role

Teacher - Room 15

Email

michelleg@taps.school.nz

Qualifications

Bachelor of Teaching (Primary); Postgraduate Certificate in Digital and Collaborative Learning

General Information

Kia ora, my name is Michelle and I teach Year 3 in Room 15. I completed my Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) at the University of Waikato in 2015. During this time, I was fortunate enough to complete my final placement at TAPS. I am now in my sixth year teaching within Team 3 at TAPS.

I am particularly passionate about teaching Literacy, Digital Technology and Art. I enjoy helping students to become confident in their abilities and see themselves as lifelong learners. This year, I have begun studying towards a Masters of Education specialising in Literacy through the University of Canterbury.

In my free time, I enjoy playing golf, helping to foster junior golf in the Waikato, spending time with my family and reading. I’m looking forward to a fantastic year of learning!

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