Math Teaching Assistant - Inclusive Student Support

St Thomas of Canterbury College; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

St Thomas of Canterbury College in Christchurch seeks a Mathematics Teaching Assistant for the 2027 school year. The fixed-term, term-time role (27.5 hours/week, 8:40 am–2:40 pm) supports students\' maths and numeracy learning and wellbeing alongside the Maths team.

You will tailor in-class support to individual needs, foster a positive maths identity, and assist with after-school numeracy sessions. Patience, empathy and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting maths learning and numeracy.
• Ability to tailor support to individual student needs.
• Experience with Year 9–11 maths and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Encourage a positive maths identity
• Build positive relationships with students
• Provide immediate in-class support – identifying misunderstandings and offering extra explanations
• Support once a week after-school numeracy support classes (negotiable)
• Assisting teachers in delivering lessons and engaging students in classroom activities
• Supporting students with personal care, social development and behavioural management as needed
• Helping to adapt learning materials and resources to meet individual student requirements
• Supporting students' independence and confidence building in both academic and social contexts
• Contributing to a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborating with the wider school team, including specialist services where applicable

Skills

Maths strength

Adaptable communicator

Differentiated instruction

Team player

Education

Education support qualification

Job description

St Thomas of Canterbury College in Christchurch seeks a Mathematics Teaching Assistant for the 2027 school year. The fixed-term, term-time role (27.5 hours/week, 8:40 am–2:40 pm) supports students\' maths and numeracy learning and wellbeing alongside the Maths team.

You will tailor in-class support to individual needs, foster a positive maths identity, and assist with after-school numeracy sessions. Patience, empathy and collaboration are essential.