Early Intervention Teacher

Help shape the future of education in New Zealand. We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes. Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system. About this role (Mō tēnei tūranga) Join our Masterton office as an Early Intervention Teacher in this permanent role, providing support across the Wairarapa and Tararua areas. As an Early Intervention Teacher, you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team: 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 whānau | families. Understanding 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: $69,966 – $106,016 per annum plus KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience. About you (Mōhou ake) To be successful you will need: A Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) and be a fully registered teacher. A post‑graduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching: Early Intervention or the ability to attain this within four years of beginning in the position. A few years of 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. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with ākonga | learners, whānau | 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 driver's licence. The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct. About our group and team (Mātau rōpū ake) The Education Services Group provides well‑designed, integrated education services that support the impactful and effective operation of education settings to support student achievement and participation. The services help remove barriers to participation and learning and provide regulatory advice, support and oversight to early learning providers, schools and kura. The Group has three key priorities for Education Services: Practice & Guidance : Managing practice and guidance to improve national coordination and consistency, whilst enabling regional autonomy for education service delivery. Integration & Delivery : Providing education support directly to education settings via integrated regional and national services. This includes intervening when necessary to ensure a high standard of operation to support student outcomes and owning key stakeholder relationships to support schooling improvement and stronger outcomes for learners. Monitoring & Improvement : Monitoring and advising on improvements to the effectiveness, efficiency and equity of services for achievement and progression, and attendance and participation. This includes monitoring education provider performance against regulations and intervening as required. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr