About Cognitive Learning Hub
About
Meet your Developmental Educator - Cognitive Learning Specialist
Shahin Seker
With an extensive background spanning over 25 years in education in both mainstream and special education settings for government and non government sectors, Shahin has cultivated a deep expertise, particularly in special needs education and supporting diverse learners as a highly qualified and experienced Developmental Educator and registered Teacher. Throughout her career, she has held significant roles such as, Head of Curriculum & Learning Upper Primary (Literacy and Numeracy), Senior Team Executive, Acting Assistant Principal and Developmental Educator (Resource Teacher of Learning, Behaviour and Social Work), demonstrating her commitment to fostering inclusive educational environments and participation in society for learners with learning disability.
Shahin's dedication to excellence in education is evident in her continuous exploration of innovative methodologies. Over the past 15 years, she has played a pivotal role in implementing neuroscience-based programs and contributing to research studies to investigate how neuroscience can help learners in New Zealand. Her active involvement in initiatives like the Fast ForWord, ClearFluency and Cogmed programs throughout Australia and New Zealand schools and homes, showcases her unwavering dedication to advancing cognitive development in learners.
Motivated by a sincere passion for student growth and success, Shahin is devoted to providing personalized support tailored to nurture each child's cognitive abilities. Recognizing the significance of a holistic approach to education, she goes the extra mile to ensure every student receives the necessary resources and guidance to thrive in academics and social-emotional skills. With Shahin as their cognitive and social skills learning coach, parents can trust in her expertise and commitment to empowering their child to reach their full potential and excel in their cognitive and social-emotional skills journey to achieve full inclusion and participation in society.
Our Principles
We are firm believers in the significance of quality education for every student. It serves as the foundation for fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
Learning transcends mere memorization or achieving high scores on exams; it entails fostering profound conceptual understanding, enabling continuous growth, and sustained development.
We hold the conviction that every student has the capacity to learn and comprehend deeply when teachers instill belief in them, actively engage them, and empower them to take ownership of their learning journey.
We have faith in the ability of all educators to effectively teach and inspire with the appropriate resources and support, thereby fostering cultures of collaborative learning.
We are convinced that when these principles are embraced, students will develop a genuine passion for learning, ultimately leading to outstanding achievements.