Pou Kaha Learning Coach: Transformative Literacy & Numeracy

Tuakau College; Waikato; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuakau College seeks an experienced educator to lead the Pou Kaha onsite programme, delivering highly personalised learning with intensive literacy and numeracy support for students whose needs aren’t met in mainstream settings.

The successful candidate will plan targeted learning, conduct diagnostics, differentiate for diverse learners, and build restorative relationships with students and whānau while working with teachers and external agencies.

Qualifications

• Must have a recognised Level 7 teaching degree.
• NZ teacher registration is preferred and may be required for some positions.
• Five years’ classroom experience is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement targeted learning programmes.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments and use data to drive teaching.
• Deliver targeted literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Differentiate learning for students with significant learning needs.
• Develop positive and restorative relationships with students and whānau.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and external agencies.
• Create pathways that enable students to transition successfully into future learning and employment opportunities.

Skills

Differentiation

Trauma-informed

Restorative approach

Education

3-year specialist degree (Level 7)

NZ Teacher Registration (desirable)

Job description

Tuakau College seeks an experienced educator to lead the Pou Kaha onsite programme, delivering highly personalised learning with intensive literacy and numeracy support for students whose needs aren’t met in mainstream settings.

The successful candidate will plan targeted learning, conduct diagnostics, differentiate for diverse learners, and build restorative relationships with students and whānau while working with teachers and external agencies.