About

Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern is an exceptionally knowledgeable and professional educator known for her creativity and ability to simplify complex concepts. Her dedication and clear communication have empowered diverse groups, including whānau from Mangatangi Marae, by upskilling them in Te Reo Māori, waiata, karanga, and Waikato-specific kawa and tikanga. Jean's exceptional all-rounder skills make her a valued leader in educational and cultural development.

Recommendations

Experience

Ramari Marino

7/15/2026
10

"Jean is an exceptional educator whose patience, dedication, and clear communication bring out the best in everyone. Jean recently supported our whānau from Mangatangi Marae, upskilling us in Te Reo Māori, waiata, karanga, and Waikato-specific kawa and tikanga as we prepared for our Poukai. Jean has a rare ability to ensure everyone feels included, valued, and engaged in the learning process. I cannot recommend Jean highly enough for any role that requires outstanding leadership, qaulity teaching, cultural expertise, and a people-first approach."

Daniel Millward

8/19/2026
10

"Jean is an incredibly talented and skilled professional. She is so lovely to work with and so experienced! It is a pleasure to endorse her."

Bruce Reid

8/10/2026
10

"Dedicated and always bringing people and community together."

Tania Anderson

8/5/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern

Sacha Harbott

8/3/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern

harleeann davis

8/3/2026
10

"Jean is a kind, patient, and knowledgeable educator. I learned so much from her classes on tikanga Māori and marae protocols. She teaches with wisdom, respect, and encouragement, making learning enjoyable and meaningful. I highly recommend her and happily give her a 5-star endorsement."

10

"Jean is respectful and professional within her role. She is approachable and willing to always share her knowledge."

Amanda Jeffs

7/29/2026
10

"Jean is wonderful, kind, passionate and professional I would recommend her at any opportunity!"

Salomi Akshikar

7/27/2026
10

"Jean is such a treasure of knowledge and skill. I contacted her on Facebook to invite her to our kura to help my students learn to weave a hieke (traditional rain cape) for our STEM project. She was so great with the children, making the entire process engaging and helping every student be involved in something beautiful and meaningful about Māori culture. Would love to work with her again someday!"

Clin

7/27/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern

Tamsin Kerr

7/27/2026
10

"A kind thoughtful competent professional who does excellent video, sound, and art works. I’ve really enjoyed working with her and I’ve loved her outputs too. Highly recommended."

Chelsea Ralls

7/26/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern

Erana RATTRAY

7/22/2026
10

"Jean has an amazing ability to inspire, foster connections, build and sustain respectful relationships and share her mātauranga.
Jean comes highly recommended with expertise in te ao Māori, design and development, translation and strategy."

Ariana Foote

7/21/2026
10

"Patiently shares her knowledge & creates a safe space for learning!"

John Rice

7/20/2026
10

"Sharp intelligence and has real passion for the people she represents. I thoroughly endorse her and what she would bring to any team she is working with."

10

"Great time management. Friendly and kind"

Charles Royal

7/16/2026
10

"Happy to endorse Jean - musician, researcher, mother, all round creative"

Moroni Edwards

7/15/2026
10

"Jean is regarded as being competent and has a professional attitude and Outlook in all areas of undertaken interests."

Ed Geddes

7/15/2026
10

"A fair,caring person who helps whoever she is involved with"

Moana Kapua

7/15/2026
10

"He wāhine humarie. He wāhine koi!"

Tania Howarth

7/15/2026
10

"It was always a pleasure working alongside Jean. I wish her all the best."

Kale Pompey

7/15/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern

Gemma Stacey

7/15/2026
10

"Jean is incredibly knowledgeable and professional in all she does. She broke down difficult concepts for me and made me feel understood. She is insanely creative and an exceptional all-rounder."

Kylie Edwards

7/15/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern

Jodie Hana

7/15/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Jean Rangiwhakakii Yern