Kia ora koutou, my name is Nikki Furer. I was born and raised in Ashburton, and now I live in Rolleston with my partner Todd and our two children Jameson and Rosalie – I venture to Ashburton each day.
I have been part of the Phoenix whānau since 2014 when my son Jameson started at Phoenix Preschool. This led me to follow my dream of teaching, studying a Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) in 2017 where I began my journey as the Sleep Room Kaiako. I then moved to a permanent teacher role as I advanced in my studies, and in 2020 I finished my degree.
I have been honoured to have taught in both Te Rūma Pūkeko and Te Rūma Kiwi which has helped me gain a wide range of knowledge across the different ages and stages. I have loved my time in both classes, where I am happy to teach in either space. You will currently find me teaching in Te Rūma Kiwi.
Phoenix has played a huge role in my family’s life as I have been lucky to have spent valuable and precious teaching time with two of my little cousins, and four of my nephews, as well as my daughter Rosalie. Where I am now able to share my knowledge with my niece whom works at Phoenix too.
I love working at Phoenix because it feels just like a second home, the teachers are just like family and extended aunts. Where we support, laugh, encourage and value each other.
I have the most rewarding job in the world where I am able to nurture and watch learning unfold as the children explore, create, discover and learn to be curious.
In my free time you will most likely find me on the side of the sports field cheering on my son, going for a walk in the wilderness, or doing an adventurous activity.
