NZ Ministry of Education – Masterton, North Island
$69,996 - $118,450 a year
Full time, Contract, Casual/Temporary
This is a full-time, fixed term or secondment opportunity, parental leave position from 20 January based at our Masterton office, supporting learners in the Wairarapa.
As an Early Intervention Teacher, you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by:
Providing high quality learning support in line with the Ministry's practice framework He Pikorua guiding principles, strands, and goals of Te Whariki: Early Childhood Curriculum, and Te Whariki a te Kohanga Reo.
Building and strengthening the capability of those who are best placed to support children's learning such as parents, teachers and whanau | families.
Understanding the families' needs, collaboratively planning, supporting, and monitoring the implementation of intervention plans.
Supporting transition points in the child's learning pathway, such as transition into early childhood education and to school as required.
Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child's needs are complex.
Salary range: $69,996 - $118,450 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.
We also offer:
Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported.
The ability to purchase extra days leave.
A range of employee network groups.
An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey.
Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments.
Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing.
About you | Mohou ake
To be successful, you will need:
A Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood).
A post-graduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching, Early Intervention endorsed, is preferable.
A minimum of three years teaching experience and a deep knowledge of child development, learning and behaviour.
An understanding of a range of needs and disabilities and their implications for daily functioning in family life and for teaching and learning in the context of early childhood and family homes.
The ability to develop and interact effectively with people of other cultures focusing on relationship and recognising their identity, language, and culture as a source of strength.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with akonga | learners, whanau | families and kaiako | teachers across a diverse range of settings.
The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatanga.
A full current driver's licence is essential. Travel across the Wairarapa area is a requirement of the role.
The ability to work collaboratively within an integrated team based at our Masterton office.
Learning Support is a critical part of the Te Mahau | Te Tai Runga Group in the Ministry. We ensure that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education.
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the 'apply' button. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share. We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
Interviews to be held Tuesday 19 November 2024.
We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
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