Sarah Robinson
Offering my environmental education services under the umbrella of 'Little Ferns' has resulted from the skills and experiences I've gained as a wildlife researcher, teacher, environmental educator and mother. I hope to help others interested in environmental sustainability inspire their children to connect with and love nature.
Education Advisor to Auckland Botanic Gardens and Auckland Council Parks Department
I often collaborate with Botanic Gardens staff and park rangers to create fun, interactive school holiday programmes and discovery activities for children and families.
Environmental Educator for Auckland Regional Parks
I've taught and contributed to the development of a range of hands-on programmes for children including Amazing Adaptations, Create Your Own Garden, Fantastic Forests, Flower Power, Investigating Invertebrates and Seaside Sensational Senses.
Tutor for The Homeschool Group, Westgate
I have created and delivered lessons to classes of children aged 5-13 at a 'pop up' community homeschool that meets weekly for 8 weeks each term. Themes have included plants and gardening, dinosaurs, birds, navigation and migration, Australian animals, oceans and step-by-step drawings. The ability to cater for various abilities and ages has been paramount.
Environmental Education Officer for Rodney District Council
I spent 3 years working with ECE centres and schools helping them achieve their environmental goals e.g. setting up edible gardens and worm farms and monitoring the wildlife in local streams.
Secondary Science/Biology Teacher, Post Grad Certificate in Education
Having taught in the UK and NZ, I can provide support and advice for those teaching Biology to Year 7-13 students. All my programmes could be adapted for older children.
BSc(Hons) Biology, MSc Veterinary Mammalogy, Certificate in Organic Horticulture
My studies have taken me to some interesting parts of the world, but one of the places I enjoy visiting the most is my garden - there are always lots of discoveries to be made on your doorstep!
