Three words to describe myself would be: Firm, Fair and Fun. I am an ex corrections officer and have taught for 5 years. I enjoy my role at Vision because, as a Christian I can be open about my faith in an openly Christian organisation. I am a family man who loves being in the outdoors; my children race BMX so am involved with them; and I enjoy hunting, 4x4, and spending time hiking up mountains. I have been a surf life guard for 20+ years.

I am calm, passionate and reliable person, who has been teaching for the last fourteen years in Tertiary Education. I started with ATC in 2012 as ILN Tutor. In 2016 I was offered the task of teaching Security Level 3. Prior to this I worked as Security Tutor with Chubb Security NZ for eight years. I have National Certificate in Adult Education and Training Level 5, National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Level 5.

My passion for teaching comes from seeing students transform their lives and help their family, whanau and carve a successful life for themselves. My hobbies are to travel, spent time with family and friends.

“Kia Ora, Talofa, Malo, Ni Hao.   

I’m Malcolm.  I’ve been at Vision College for coming up two years.  It’s a job I enjoy because I love developing people – helping them get to the places they want to be.  I teach Security and help you progress in life.

My background is primarily Social Work related, and have filled that role along with many other’s related to Youth and Youth Development. 

In terms of Security, I have filled many roles from Supervisor to being a guard.  I have worked in events, mobile patrols, door work and retail security.  I still work, at times, long hours in security as a second job.

Outside of work I am a foster parent and a supporter of many youth charities, and this takes up most of my time.

My goals (always aim high!) - to finish my Master degree in Social Work and also my adult teaching qualifications.

He mea nunui o te Ao – He tangata, he tangata, he tangata katoa.”

I am a mum of three, a teacher and an adult student myself. I love to study and learn new information as well as helping others to learn and achieve their goals.

I hold a range of qualifications including NCALNE and the relevant adult teaching qualifications, Certificate in Social Services, National Certificate in Ministry, National Certificate in Security and qualified COA trainer and currently working towards a Bachelor in Criminal Justice which majors in Psychology and Law. I have worked in the roles of teaching adults and young people for 10 years and worked part-time in the Security Industry for 7 years.

I love to inspire people to make change and be a catalyst for them to increase their self-esteem through learning. Learning has always been a passion for me and helped me through tough stages in my life and I enjoy seeing others achieve what they are capable of,  removing barriers, especially if they have previously struggled with the education system!

Working with students who have special needs, and recently growing my strength and knowledge in this area due to having a son with special needs of my own, is an exciting journey that I have been able to develop and take further in my work.

I enjoy seeing students in the community who we have been able to impact.

My hobbies: outdoor activities and the gym, watching Netflix, spending time with the kids and reading for enjoyment and