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FEEDBACK:
Jonny Thompson
Educator
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A thumbs up for a student who wrote the kindest farewell poem.
International (Singapore) School Feedback:
(Sampled from Written References, below)
Michael O'Brien, Team Leader:
“One thing that instantly stands-out about Jonny is his warm personality and the amazing relationships he builds with the
entire school community.”
"He is constantly developing new and exciting ways to engage the students, while always keeping the curricular integrity of
our standards intact."
"His skills with a variety of digital tools have been invaluable to his students’ engagement and learning. Earlier this year,
at the request of the principal, he began running regular IT up-skilling PD sessions for many of our teachers."
“I have no hesitation in recommending Jonny.”
Perry Tkachuk, PYP Coordinator:
“Jonny's greatest strengths are his creativity and ability to build strong relationships with his students and colleagues."
"He goes to great lengths to create learning experiences that make aspects of subject matter meaningful and personal for all students."
"He is looked to as a leader in his grade level when it comes to adding great ideas to units of inquiry. He has also become the 'go to' person when it comes to anything to do with technology.”
“I would hire Jonny without hesitation.”
Vanessa Kay, Language Arts Coordinator:
“Jonny has a unique way of motivating students by showing he genuinely cares for each child.”
"He uses learning outcomes, based on standards, and explicitly teaches towards these, making lessons engaging and varied."
"Technology is regularly utilized, and this is a field in which Jonny has a plethora of knowledge, utilizing it for communication, organizing thoughts, reflections and much more."
“He inspires both his students and colleagues.”
Jean Marie Lacey, EAL Teacher:
"Jonny has a wonderful rapport with people of all ages, especially children."
“He really connects with his students and provides active learning.”
"He has superior IT skills and knowledge which he shares with his colleagues, as well as his students."
"I recommend Mr. Thompson to you without reservation."
Written References:
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For a full list of active verbal referees, please reach out via my contact details at the foot of this website page).
Life Education (New Zealand) - School Feedback:
(Sampled from school teachers within the 30+ schools I serve as the Kāpiti/Horowhenua Life Education Teacher)
2025:
"My students are happier because Jonny radiates enthusiasm and positivity."
"The enthusiasm of Jonny was so great for the children. Having such a positive male role model was amazing."
"Jonny has a great connect with the children and delivery is always top quality."
"Jonny’s delivery - especially to such a wide age-range - is standout. Content is flexible and relevant."
"Jonny’s lessons and education experiences were planned to meet the needs of each individual class as identified by their teacher."
"Excellent communication; highly relevant programme, expertly delivered."
"Great communication with teachers, and enthusiasm and energy when teaching students."
"In group-work, students are now using language they picked up from Jonny and have applied it to learning and leadership."
"Our students have learned that kindness is for all, not just our friends, so tamariki are now being more inclusive."
"Jonny is obviously a details guy and the level and quality of his lessons was outstanding."
2024:
“Jonny was absolutely fantastic. The delivery was very professional, the children were really engaged and they talked about it after. They were so excited about every lesson!”
“Jonny is absolutely key to the delivery of the programme. The children were engaged and valued by Jonny throughout his
time with us."
“Jonny was highly skilled at working with different age groups.”
“The content was perfect. The information prior and lessons provided were excellent, as were the follow-up activities.
It supported our inquiry in just the right way.”
“The lessons are always engaging and get the students moving, thinking, talking and involved.”
“Our tamariki are using positive language and communication within friendships, that they learned through Life Education.”
“Students are now being kinder to each other in the playground and around the classroom.”
“My students now understand the power their brain has. It has helped them really feel like they have control.”
“Thanks for coming to our school Jonny. The children loved you and so did our staff.”
“Keep doing what you are doing Jonny. You are awesome.”
2023:
“Jonny captures the imagination and excitement of all our learners. He is super organised, easy to work with,
and open to sharing his experiences and learnings. Outstanding!”
“Jonny is a fabulous communicator with the children. He strikes the right balance of fun and serious teaching."
“Jonny caters to each year level across the school - not one 'show' for the whole school. Clearly, an experienced teacher is
doing the delivery.”
“We developed a relationship with the educator, Jonny - who was FANTASTIC.”
“We loved the personal contact with Jonny and the time he spent getting to know both children and staff.”
“Jonny’s passion and enthusiasm was contagious and it was awesome to work alongside him.”
“Jonny is fabulous! Could be on TV!”