Passionate Special Education Teacher for Complex Needs

Waitaha School; Rolleston; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Waitaha Specialist School in Rolleston, Canterbury, is seeking five Specialist Education Teachers for the 2027 school year to support learners with complex needs in years 1–8. Prior special education experience isn’t essential; a strengths-based approach and high expectations help students thrive.

You will join a supportive team with strong professional development opportunities to grow professionally and personally, contributing to a community that values aroha, mana and mahi tahi.

Qualifications

• Certificated teacher for primary and intermediate (Years 1–8).
• Suitable for beginning teachers.
• Demonstrated empathy and resilience with learners who have complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Work with young people with complex needs in years 1–8.
• Engage in rich professional development.
• Be part of a supportive and experienced team.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Strengths-based approach

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Waitaha Specialist School in Rolleston, Canterbury, is seeking five Specialist Education Teachers for the 2027 school year to support learners with complex needs in years 1–8. Prior special education experience isn’t essential; a strengths-based approach and high expectations help students thrive.

You will join a supportive team with strong professional development opportunities to grow professionally and personally, contributing to a community that values aroha, mana and mahi tahi.