Resource Teacher of the Deaf

Ko Taku Reo - Deaf Education New Zealand; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school for Deaf education in Canterbury seeks a Resource Teacher of the Deaf for a full-time, permanent role. This position involves collaboration with DHH students, their families, and mainstream schools. Candidates must be a qualified Teacher of the Deaf or a registered NZ teacher with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experience with the New Zealand curriculum and a willingness to engage in NZ Sign Language practices is necessary. Only those legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.

Benefits

SDA - Other allowances related to the special nature of the school

Qualifications

• Experience working with Deaf children and/or mainstream children is essential.
• Must be a qualified teacher or have experience as a NZ registered teacher.
• Willingness to develop proficiency in NZSL and listening and spoken language practices.

Responsibilities

• Work in mainstream and specialist schools with DHH students.
• Engage with assigned caseload and maintain records.
• Liaise with families and contribute to student success.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaborative team player

Proficiency in New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL)

Education

Qualified Teacher of the Deaf

Job description

Ko Taku Reo - Deaf Education New Zealand Canterbury

Resource Teacher of the Deaf - Oamaru

Full time, Permanent

Area / composite (Years 1–15), Resource teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

SDA - Other allowances related to the special nature of our school

• We are seeking an engaging, innovative teacher who has strong communication skills and is a collaborative team player as these skills will be needed in all you do.
• You will be required to work in mainstream schools and other specialist schools to work closely with DHH students, whānau and school staff/teams. This is a permanent, full-time role, open to candidates living between Ashburton and Oamaru.
• Engaging within your assigned caseload with related record keeping and liaison with families and whanau to assist with student participation and success in their education and life outcomes.

Requirements for this position | Ngā herenga mō te mahi

• Proven best practice and experience working with Deaf children and/or working with mainstream children.
• Qualified Teacher of the Deaf or an experienced NZ registered teacher.
• Use of own car with mileage reimbursed (with conditions).
• You will have existing skills, or demonstrate a willingness to develop proficiency, in New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) and listening and spoken language practices for DHH learners.
• Recent practical experience working with the early levels of the New Zealand Curriculum.

Only applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered for this position. We may seek to interview or appoint suitable candidates prior to closing so please apply early.

How to apply

Please register and apply online. We do not accept applications via email. Send your direct enquiries only to:

Physical address:
38 Truro Street, Sumner, Christchurch