Specialist classroom teacher - commencing 2027

Maitai School; Nelson; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maitai Specialist School in Nelson is seeking a passionate classroom teacher for 2027, full-time, permanent. You will work with students in Years 1–8, supported by a multidisciplinary team including therapists and whānau, to deliver rich and meaningful learning experiences.

We value inclusive practice, strong relationships, and high expectations for all learners, with a focus on UDL, structured literacy, mathematics and communication.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with students with diverse and complex learning needs.
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.
• Committed to inclusive practice and high expectations for every learner.
• Can create engaging, differentiated learning programmes.
• Values collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.
• Reflective, adaptable, solution-focused and willing to learn.
• Interest in developing practice in UDL, structured literacy, maths and communication.
• Committed to culturally responsive practice and Te Ao Māori.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team to provide rich, meaningful learning experiences.
• Develop engaging, differentiated learning programmes for Years 1–8.
• Collaborate with teacher aides, therapists and whānau to support learning and wellbeing.
• Foster inclusive practice and build strong relationships with students and families.

Skills

Passion for diverse learners

Collaborative team player

UDL knowledge

Structured literacy understanding

Culturally responsive practice

Job description

Specialist classroom teacher - commencing 2027

Full time, Permanent

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Are you a passionate, innovative teacher who believes every learner can achieve, belong and thrive?

Maitai Specialist School is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Classroom Teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside highly skilled teachers, teacher aides, therapists and whānau to provide rich, meaningful learning experiences for students with complex learning needs.

At Maitai, relationships come first. We know our students well, celebrate their strengths and work collaboratively to ensure every learner has the opportunity to make progress, develop independence and experience success.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with students with diverse and complex learning needs
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with students, whānau and colleagues
• Is committed to inclusive practice and believes in high expectations for every learner
• Can create engaging, purposeful and differentiated learning programmes
• Values collaboration and enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Is reflective, adaptable, solution-focused and willing to learn
• Has an understanding of, or interest in developing their practice in, UDL, structured literacy, mathematics and communication
• Is committed to culturally responsive practice and supporting our students to connect with Te Ao Māori
• Can bring energy, creativity and a sense of humour to their teaching!

Maitai Specialist School is a progressive specialist school serving students across the Nelson/Tasman region. We are continuing to grow and develop, including new learning environments and satellite provision across the region.

You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team where professional learning is valued and staff are encouraged to develop their practice. Our teachers work closely with teacher aides and our therapy team, including speech-language therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and psychologists, to ensure our students receive a holistic approach to learning and wellbeing.