Special Needs Educator

2 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Mt Richmond School Full time

Company Overview:

Mt Richmond School is a committed, collaborative educational institution dedicated to supporting students with special needs. Our team is passionate about providing inclusive learning environments that cater to the unique requirements of our students.

Job Description:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Primary Teacher to join our team on a fixed-term basis, covering a staff member's maternity leave. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality education to students aged 5-21 years, focusing on English, Health and Physical Education, Learning Languages, Mathematics and Statistics, Science, Social Sciences, Technology, Te Reo Maori, and The Arts.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • A New Zealand registered primary teacher with experience in teaching primary level students with special needs
  • Knowledge of autism (advantageous)
  • A special education qualification and/or relevant professional development experience
  • Experience working in innovative learning environments and knowledge of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy (advantageous)
  • A basic working knowledge of Te Reo Maori or a Pasifika language/s

Benefits:

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to establish collaborative relationships with colleagues across disciplines. They should also have a sense of humour, flexible approach, and effective organisational skills. Additionally, they should be able to lead and work with teams, as well as whanau/caregivers in a caring and supportive manner.

Terms and Conditions:

The terms and conditions for this position, including base salary, are set by the current Primary Teachers Collective Agreement (PTCA). An individual's actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.


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