Early Intervention Teacher – ECE Support

New Zealand Government Joba; Nelson; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Education in New Zealand seeks a Learning Support Specialist to provide high-quality support aligned with Te Whāriki and He Pikorua. You will collaborate with families, teachers and whānau to plan, monitor and implement intervention plans for children across early childhood and school entry.

You will join a trans-disciplinary team, support transitions from ECE to school, and apply knowledge of child development to promote equitable outcomes for ākonga in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) required.
• Post-graduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching: Early Intervention or ability to attain within four years.
• Full and current NZ driver licence.
• Minimum of three years teaching experience with knowledge of child development, learning and behaviour.
• Understanding of a range of needs and disabilities and implications for daily life and learning.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures acknowledging identity, language and culture as strength.
• Ability to relate to ākonga/learners, whānau/families and kaiako/teachers across settings.
• Understanding and application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatanga.
• Willingness to adhere to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality learning support aligned with He Pikorua and Te Whariki frameworks.
• Collaboratively plan, support and monitor intervention plans with families and educators.
• Support transitions between early childhood education and school as needed.
• Work within a trans-disciplinary team to meet children's needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)

Post-graduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching: Early Intervention

Job description

Ministry of Education in New Zealand seeks a Learning Support Specialist to provide high-quality support aligned with Te Whāriki and He Pikorua. You will collaborate with families, teachers and whānau to plan, monitor and implement intervention plans for children across early childhood and school entry.

You will join a trans-disciplinary team, support transitions from ECE to school, and apply knowledge of child development to promote equitable outcomes for ākonga in diverse settings.