Teacher Aide

Te Kura Pounamu; Gisborne; Remote; NZD 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate ($27.25–$34.06

Job summary

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is seeking a passionate Teacher Aide to support a student in home-based learning in Gisborne. This part-time role offers 16 hours and 30 minutes per week and the chance to contribute to an inclusive, learning-focused team.

You’ll work with the student per IEP, assist the kaiako, and help with online learning and assistive technology, while fostering a culturally responsive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teacher Aide or in a similar role supporting ākonga with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to connect with ākonga, Kaiako, and whānau.
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for supporting students to succeed.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Confidence using a computer and online learning tools.
• A commitment to cultural responsiveness and supporting diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Support ākonga with their learning as outlined in the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Assist Kaiako in delivering lessons and adapting materials to meet individual learning needs.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to help ākonga achieve learning goals.
• Support ākonga to engage in online learning and use assistive technology where required.
• Encourage a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor progress, provide feedback to Kaiako, and keep accurate records.
• Attend team meetings, professional development, and support learning events or activities.

Skills

Teacher Aide experience

Communication skills

Patience

Organisation

Tools

Learning platforms

Job description

Job Description

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Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teacher Aide (Kaiāwhina mŁ te akoranga) to support an ākonga (student) in their home-based learning in Gisborne. This part-time role for 16 hours and 30 minutes per week is an opportunity to play a key role in a professional team, providing tailored learning support that empowers ākonga to reach their goals.

This is a rewarding and flexible opportunity where you' ll make a meaningful impact on a student’ s learning journey.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting ākonga with their learning, as outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Assisting Kaiako (teachers) in delivering lessons and adapting materials to meet individual learning needs.
• Providing one‑on‑one or small group support to help ākonga achieve their learning goals.
• Supporting ākonga to engage in online learning and use assistive technology where required.
• Encouraging positive engagement by fostering a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitoring progress, providing feedback to Kaiako, and keeping accurate records.
• Attending team meetings, professional development, and supporting learning events or activities.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, empathy, and adaptability to engage with our ākonga and support their learning.

You’ ll be great in this role if you have:

• Experience as a Teacher Aide or in a similar role supporting ākonga with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and relationship‐building skills to connect with ākonga, Kaiako, and whānau.
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for supporting students to succeed.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Confidence using a computer and online learning tools.
• A commitment to cultural responsiveness and supporting diverse learners.

If you don' t meet every requirement but are passionate about supporting ākonga in their learning, we’d still love to hear from you!

What we offer

At Te Kura, we’re committed to providing a supportive, flexible work environment where our people thrive. You ll benefit from:

• A competitive hourly rate ranging from $27.25 to $34.06, aligned with the Teacher Aide Pay Equity Settlement (as per the Teacher Aide Work Matrix). The final rate will be determined based on ākonga learning needs and your unique combination of experience and skills.
• Opportunities for professional development and team collaboration.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of ākonga.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand’ s largest provider of distance education, supporting ākonga of all ages and abilities across the country and overseas. With a rich history dating back to 1922, we are dedicated to delivering high‐quality, personalised learning experiences that empower ākonga to reach their full potential.