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Annette Tofaeono

Educational Consultant | Inclusive Practice, Educator Capability, Adult Literacy & Dyslexia

Supporting educators and education organisations to strengthen inclusive, evidence‑based practice that empowers adult learners to thrive.

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About Annette

Annette works alongside education organisations to turn inclusive practice from aspiration into reality, especially in adult literacy, neurodiversity, and educator capability.

Grounded in research, cultural values, and real sector experience, her approach centres strengths, identity, and dignity – co‑designing systems and environments where adult learners feel seen, supported, and able to succeed.

  • Literacy & Numeracy
  • Adult Learning
  • Dyslexia Support
  • Neurodiversity Practice
  • Inclusive Teaching Practice
  • Learning Support
  • Teaching & Learning Practice
  • Resource Development
  • Online/Hybrid Facilitation
  • Micro-Credential Development
  • Learning Design (LD)
  • Evaluation – Dyslexia or neurodiversity
  • Research & Data Insights
 

APPROACH & VALUES

What it’s Like to Work With Them

Annette works in genuine partnership with teams, taking time to understand context, strengths, and aspirations before co‑designing solutions. Her approach blends cultural intelligence, reflective practice, and evidence‑informed experimentation, supporting shared decision‑making and future‑focused, sustainable change.

Care, respect and authenticity guide Annettes work. She takes time to understand context, strengths, and lived experience, working in ways that uphold mana and honour relationships.Her values centre on inclusion, dignity, and culturally grounded practice, supporting organisations and educators in shaping sustainable, future‑focused pathways.

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Leading the Aotearoa New Zealand Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark (DFQM), I worked alongside 25 tertiary education providers to transform their practice.

Organisations built on their existing strengths to develop a cohesive, organisation‑wide approach while bringing their flavour, culture and creativity to the quality mark. Tutors began proactively adapting resources, support staff felt confident responding to diverse needs, and learners reported feeling genuinely seen, heard, and included.

This wasn’t just about achieving accreditation; it was about collaborative reflection, evidence‑informed change, and building capability that continues to this day. Seeing that kind of sustainable shift where values and practice align is what grounds me in this mahi.

RESULTS AND OUTCOMES

What This Work Enables

With a passion for transformative education, she specialises in educator capability, adult literacy, dyslexia, and strength-based approaches that empower learners to thrive. Annette has helped shape the tertiary landscape in Aotearoa New Zealand, building educator capability and leading culturally responsive, neuro-affirming teaching practice.

Annettes work promotes learning environments that are not only equitable and innovative but also underpinned by values and evidence-based approaches. She’s led national initiatives, authored sector resources, developed NZQA-recognised qualifications, and contributed to international conversations on inclusive and values-based education.

With a Master of Education (First Class Honours), Annette brings a rich blend of leadership, evidence-based practice, innovation, and practical experience. She believes education should uplift and transform, blending 21st-century tools, cultural intelligence, and unwavering belief in the potential of all learners.

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Beyond Work

Outside of work, Annette prioritises whānau, well‑being, and time in nature. She’s passionate about travel, good coffee, and living in a way that reflects her values and keeps her grounded.