Specialist Teacher - Neurodiversity

Massey Primary School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Massey Primary School is seeking a specialist teacher to support neurodiverse learners in a collaborative, inclusive setting. You will work with classroom teachers, LSAs, LS C and SENCO to design, implement, and review IEPs that reflect each student’s strengths and needs.

Applicants should have a neurodiversity-affirming approach, strong communication skills, and current Teaching Council registration in New Zealand. The role is full-time and permanent, located in Auckland.

Qualifications

• Experience in inclusive teaching and learning support.
• Strong collaboration with LSAs and external agencies.
• Excellent communication with whānau and colleagues.
• Current registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with classroom teachers, LSAs, and external agencies to support neurodiverse students.
• Develop, implement, and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to student needs.
• Lead and support a team of LSAs within a neurodiversity-affirming learning environment.
• Maintain strong partnerships with whānau and colleagues to monitor progress.

Skills

Inclusive teaching

Collaboration

Communication

Restorative practice

Team leadership

Education

Teaching Council NZ registration

Job description

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About the role

Massey Primary School

At Massey Primary our children are at the heart of every single decision we make. We aspire to cultivate a learning environment where ākonga trulyloveto come every single day. We want them to be bold in their learning, to celebrate their achievements, and to grow up secure in who they are. We will equip them with the modern tools and education they need to thrive in the wider world, while ensuring they hold tightly to their identity, language, and culture.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed specialist teacher to work in a neurodiversity-affirming learning environment. In this role, you will work collaboratively with our classroom teachers, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), to ensure students with neurodiverse needs receive appropriate resources to achieve their full potential. You will be working in collaboration with our LSC and SENCO creating, implementing, and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to our students' unique profiles.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A neurodiversity-affirming approach that recognises individual student strengths and alternative ways of learning.
• Deep knowledge of inclusive teaching and learning support practices.
• Calm, relational, and restorative practice skills, utilizing predictable routines and responsive support systems.
• Strong collaborative skills to effectively lead and support a team of LSAs and work alongside external agencies.
• Excellent communication skills to build strong, respectful partnerships with whānau and colleagues.
• Current registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Experience in specialist education is welcomed, but we encourage applications from mainstream teachers who possess a genuine passion for inclusive learning.

Sector Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi

Position Full-time, Permanent

Learning areas English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts