Learning Support Coordinator

Waikanae School; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Waikanae School invites an experienced New Zealand registered teacher who is passionate about inclusive education to lead and coordinate learning support across the school, working with teachers, teacher aides, whānau, SLT and external agencies.

The successful applicant will build positive relationships, bring initiative and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach, and will reference the Role Matrix for specifics of the role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Initiative, professional knowledge and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.
• Passion for inclusive education and ensuring every learner has the opportunity to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate learning support across the school.
• Work with teachers, teacher aides, whānau, SLT and external agencies to ensure learner belonging and progress.
• Refer to the Role Matrix for specifics of the role.
• Support and empower staff and strengthen inclusive classroom practice.

Skills

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Collaborative approach

Inclusive education

Education

New Zealand registered teacher

Job description

We have an opportunity for an experienced New Zealand registered teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and making a genuine difference for tamariki. The successful applicant will lead and coordinate learning support across our school, working alongside teachers, teacher aides, whānau, SLT and external agencies to ensure all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience success and make progress.

We are looking for someone who will:

• build positive, trusting relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
• has strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• brings initiative, sound professional knowledge and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach
• is passionate about inclusive education and ensuring every learner has the opportunity to succeed
• can support and empower others, build staff capability and strengthen inclusive classroom practice.

Previous leadership or experience in this area would be beneficial. Please see the Role Matrix for specifics of the role.