Deaf Education Specialist (NZSL & DHH)

Ko Taku Reo – Deaf Education New Zealand; Tasman; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Ko Taku Reo – Deaf Education New Zealand is seeking an engaging, innovative teacher to work across mainstream and specialist schools with Deaf and hard-of-hearing students at Salisbury School. This permanent, full-time role requires strong communication, collaboration with whānau and school staff, and a commitment to best practice in NZSL and listening and spoken language for DHH learners.

You will manage an assigned caseload, maintain related records, and support student participation and life

Qualifications

• 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.
• Current, clean drivers' licence.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Engage with your assigned caseload and maintain related records.
• Liaise with families and whānau to support student participation and life outcomes.
• Work across mainstream and specialist schools with DHH students.
• Demonstrate best practices for Deaf children and/or learners in mainstream settings.

Job description

Ko Taku Reo – Deaf Education New Zealand is seeking an engaging, innovative teacher to work across mainstream and specialist schools with Deaf and hard-of-hearing students at Salisbury School. This permanent, full-time role requires strong communication, collaboration with whānau and school staff, and a commitment to best practice in NZSL and listening and spoken language for DHH learners.

You will manage an assigned caseload, maintain related records, and support student participation and life