Our Staff
The staff at Tangaroa College form the backbone of our vibrant school community. Comprised of passionate educators, skilled support staff, and dedicated administrators, our team is focused on creating a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. With a wealth of experience and diverse talents, our staff work together to deliver engaging learning experiences and provide the support students need to thrive. We are proud of the strong connections our team builds with students and families, fostering a sense of belonging and shared commitment to educational excellence.
Senior Leadership Team
Chris Bean
Principal (Ext: 231)
Grant Langdon
Associate Principal (Ext: 262)
Imeleta Faumuina
Deputy Principal (Ext: 204)
Rob Downie
Deputy Principal (Ext: 261)
Martin Wright
Deputy Principal (Ext: 210)
Katrina Hunter
Business Manager (Ext: 272)
Deans
Brogan Samuels
Year 9 Dean
(Ext: 388)
Sonya Robertson
Year 10 Dean
(Ext: 390)
Preston Tauiliili-Lia
Year 11 Dean
(Ext: 359)
Julian Meikle
Year 12 Dean
(Ext: 366)
Sangeeta Devi Kumar
Year 13 Dean
(Ext: 226)
Praneshwar Ram
Attendance Dean
Arts
- Chang Lee, Acting Head of Learning (Ext: 222) – Arts
- Kakito Titatia, Head of Learning (Ext: 222) – Arts
- Ellen Williams, Teacher – Arts
- Cathlin Williams, Teacher – Arts
- Timothy Gibson, Teacher – Arts
Careers
- Alice Va’a, Head of Learning (Ext: 302)
Commerce
- Sangeeta Devi-Kumar, Teacher (Ext: 366)
- Sandeep Narayan, Teacher
- Marc Clarke, Head of Learning (Ext: 365)
Connected Learning Centre
- Tina Sagaga, Head of Learning (Ext: 327)
- Anna Terio, Teacher
Digital Technology
- Meleseini Toa, Teacher
English
- Famida Adam, Head of Learning (Ext: 310)
- Julian Meikle, Teacher (Ext: 359)
- Marcela Martinhao, Teacher (Ext: 303)
- Vineeta Prasad, Teacher (Ext: 301)
- Amosa Pou, Teacher (Ext: 312)
- Roneel Prasad, Teacher (Ext: 329)
- Preston Tauiliili-Lia, Teacher (Ext: 385)
- Ana Matele, Teacher
Languages
- Rasela Lafaele-Uili, Head of Learning (Ext: 324)
Learning Support
- Siniva Vaitohi, Head of Learning (Ext: 209)
- Lucy Seiulialii, Teacher (Ext: 328)
- Artika Devi, Teacher
- Satish Nand, Teacher
- Saleshni Bhan, Teacher
Te Reo Maori
- Iki Vaivaka, Head of Learning (Ext: 348)
- Waitonga Seumanu, Teacher
Mathematics
- Navneet Kumar, Head of Learning (Ext: 423)
- Sujata Biradar, Teacher (Ext: 337)
- Thomas Chen, Teacher (Ext: 358)
- Mele Finau-Vala, Teacher (Ext: 339)
- Kritika Kaushal, Teacher (Ext: 314)
- Havili Ofamo’oni, Teacher (Ext: 340)
- Shan Veluppillai, Teacher (Ext: 416)
Performing Arts
- Shea Kokaua, Head of Learning (Ext: 345)
- Kisione Filimoehala, Teacher (Ext: 407)
- Moira Salima, Teacher
- Mark Baynes, Music Itinerant
- Na’amah Cheiban, Music Itinerant
- Tipiloma Filimoehala, Music Itinerant
Physical Education & Health
- Sheena Suamili, Head of Learning (Ext: 390)
- Vincent Chandra, Teacher (Ext: 426)
- Ashley Ha, Teacher (Ext: 427)
- Basileia Muliaga, Teacher (Ext: 420) – Maternity Leave
- Morgan Telfer, Teacher (Ext: 307)
- Leilani Perese, Teacher
Science
- Chandar Dewan, Head of Learning (Ext 357)
- Premika Chand, Pacific Health Science Academy Director (Ext 421)
- Brian Langi, Teacher (Ext 360)
- Dinesh Chand, Teacher (Ext: 318) – On Leave
- Uliana Manase, Teacher – Maternity Leave
- Roy Matthews, Teacher (Ext 362)
- Monuia Ofamo’oni, Teacher (Ext 362)
- Sandaya Sundar, Teacher (Ext 425)
- Mosele Uele, Teacher (Ext 306)
Service Academy
- Joshua Heremaia, Head of Learning (Ext 422)
Social Sciences
- Kirsty Hartley, Head of Learning (Ext 369)
- Siulepe Lauese, Teacher
- Hollyanna Ainea, Teacher (Ext 253)
- Michael Ifopo-Scanlan, Teacher (Ext 368)
- Brogan Samuels, Teacher (Ext 311)
- Ayeh Wadood, Teacher
Technology
- Rajendra Prasad, Head of Learning (Ext 374)
- Praneshwar Ram, Teacher (Ext 406)
- Sangeeta Singh, Teacher in Charge Hospitality (Ext 375)
Administration
- Katrina Hunter, Business Manager
- Carol Taniwha, Enrolments Officer & Reception
- Kelly Dixon-Tuihalangingie, Student Engagement Officer (Ext: 323)
- Mary-Jo Theron, Finance Administrator (Ext: 202)
- Memory La’akulu, Attendance Officer & KAMAR Administrator (Ext: 225)
- Tekura Ruatita, Student Services
- Shivika Prasad, SLT Administrator (Ext: 237) – Maternity Leave
- Vijeta Verma, SLT Administrator
- Sanket Patel, ICT Support Engineer
- Solomon Marsters, Truancy Officer (Ext: 332)
- Simone Vailua, Principal’s Executive Assistant (Ext: 231)
Alternative Education
- Aarie Tamatoa, Alternative Education Tutor
- Vinny Nuitama, Alternative Education Tutor (Ext: 320)
Canteen
- Lana Paraha, Canteen & Catering Supervisor
- Kara Dabb, Lunches for Schools Co-ordinator
Careers / Gateway & Transitions
- Stephen Tominiko, Careers Advisor
- Millie Collins-Faoagali, Gateway Co-ordinator (Ext: 305)
- Terry Nelson, Pathways Development Advisor (Ext: 309)
Connected Learning Centre
- Georgina Brown, Centre Administrator
- Telisha Chapman, Lunches for School & Van Driver
Kimiora Health Centre
- Kara Goldsbury, Lead Registered Nurse Co-ordinator (Ext: 214)
- Joanne Wilton Greenstreet, Nurse (Ext: 213)
- Sarah Penman, Nurse
- Aisina Olo-Tulaga, Counsellor (Ext: 223)
- Kiri Lea’aetoa, Social Worker (Ext: 265)
- Catherine Lea’aetoa, Social Worker
Learning Support
- Faiese Brewster, Teacher Aide (Ext: 411)
- Sandreena Talagi-Manu, Teacher Aide (Ext: 412)
- Sinaenae Tolai, Teacher Aide (Ext: 342)
- Valentino Mauga, Teacher Aide (Ext: 343)
- Eleine Talakai, Teacher Aide
- Maliheh Tamadon, Teacher Aide
- Sera Esera, Teacher Aide
- Caelys Putoko, Learning Assistant
- Kahu Capper, Learning Assistant
Library
- Soana Hau, Librarian (Ext: 236)
- Tunganekore Raeina, Administration & Library Assistant (Ext: 201)
Property
- Tevita Afimeimounga, Property Manager (Ext: 316)
- Lemeki Moniati, Caretaker (Ext: 317)
- Taliauli Afeaki, Caretaker (Ext: 341)
- Peni Longolongofolau, Assistant Caretaker
Science
- Sarath Gomes, Science Technician (Ext: 415)
Security
- Puaolani Tureia-Siataga, Safety & Security Officer
- Peter Mamako, Security Officer
Sports
- Kirk Jennings, Sports Co-ordinator (Ext: 294)
- Denell Vainui, Active As Co-ordinator
Technology
- Anthony Gibson, Technology Assistant
- Finisia Koloa, Technology Assistant (Ext: 404)