Early Intervention Teacher

Due to expansion of our Early Intervention Service, we are looking for Early Childhood superstars to join our team of Early Intervention Teachers, Speech Language Therapists and Education Support Workers. The role is based in Northland, and is a Permanent Part Time role offering 24 hours per week. About the Role: Community based - supporting children who have high and very high and complex learning support needs and their whānau/families Working alongside kaiako to support inclusion Support successful transitions to school Support whānau/families to get early information, resources and support so that disabled children get the best start in life. Working as part of a transdisciplinary team with other specialists from agencies such as Child Development services, BLENNZ, Ko Taku Reo and Ministry of Education About you: A Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood). A post-graduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching: Early Intervention or the ability to attain this within four years of beginning in the position. A minimum of three years teaching experience and a deep knowledge of child development, learning and behaviour. Experience in working with children with additional learning needs would be an advantage. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to establish effective relationships with whānau/families, early childhood facilities and other agencies. Strong leadership and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting skills. Full NZ driver's license. If you do not have a Graduate Diploma in Early Intervention, the minimum qualification for this position is a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) or a recognised equivalent, a minimum of at least 3 years teaching experience, full teacher's registration and a current practising certificate – this will enable you to pursue a Graduate Diploma in Early Intervention which CCS Disability Action will support. Why us? At CCS Disability Action, we foster a supportive and inclusive workplace guided by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the New Zealand Disability Strategy. We uphold a strong human rights framework and promote equal opportunities for all. Our organisation takes a social, rather than medical approach, supporting disabled people to live their best lives. We are guided by the Enabling Good Lives principles, shifting power and authority back to disabled people and their families, to increase choice and control in their lives. Our strategic priorities, Te Aronui, shape how we work—valuing relationships, wellbeing, and knowledge while keeping whānau hauā/disabled people at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Join our friendly, values-driven team and make a meaningful impact every day. With a strong employee value proposition, we offer great employee benefits, job-related training, and clear career growth pathways. Whether you're with us short-term or long-term, we provide the tools and opportunities for success. Employee Benefits: Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) We work within a human rights framework and are committed to equal opportunity in all our employment policies and procedures. We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We openly encourage disabled people to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr