Special Education Teacher for Diverse ORS Students

Riccarton High School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Riccarton High School in Canterbury seeks a Certificated teacher for the Special Education Department (Te Koroī). You will work with diverse learners with complex needs, including autism, and contribute to behaviour planning, IEP/ITP development, and staff PD in numeracy and literacy.

Experience with Expanded NZ Curriculum resources and Structured Literacy is preferred. A full NZ driver’s license is desirable; January 2027 start; visits encouraged.

Qualifications

• Ability to build connections with students with complex needs.
• Experience in implementing behaviour plans.

Responsibilities

• Teach students with diverse and complex special needs.
• Lead professional development in numeracy and literacy (preferred).
• Develop IEPs/ITPs and support LAs.
• Collaborate in a flexible, close team environment.

Skills

Autism support

Behaviour plans

Team collaboration

PD leadership

Structured Literacy

NZ Curriculum knowledge

IEP/ITP development

Driver's license

Education

Special Education papers (asset)

Job description

Riccarton High School in Canterbury seeks a Certificated teacher for the Special Education Department (Te Koroī). You will work with diverse learners with complex needs, including autism, and contribute to behaviour planning, IEP/ITP development, and staff PD in numeracy and literacy.

Experience with Expanded NZ Curriculum resources and Structured Literacy is preferred. A full NZ driver’s license is desirable; January 2027 start; visits encouraged.