Teacher Aide

Awapuni School (P. North); Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Awapuni School (P. North) in Palmerston North is seeking a part-time, fixed-term tuakana/mentor to support a young boy with learning and behaviour.

The role involves personalised support, behaviour management, regulation and sensory needs, with 1-on-1 or small-group work. Key duties include helping with classroom resources and transitions, adapting materials with visual aids, modelling positive social interaction, and encouraging self-regulation.

Responsibilities

• Provide Personalised Support: Work 1-on-1 or in small groups to help students engage with lessons and meet their individual goals (IEPs).
• Classroom Logistics: Assist the Teacher with resource preparation, activity setup, and managing classroom transitions.
• Adapt learning materials: Simplify instructions or use visual aids to ensure students can access and engage with the curriculum.
• Social Coaching: Model positive social interactions and assist students in managing their emotions and behaviour while encouraging self-regulation skills.
• Term: Fixed-term for Terms 3 and 4 (ending 16 December 2026), with possibility of renewal for 2027.
• Hours: 20.5 hours per week (term-time only)
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, schedule as agreed
• Police vetting is required for this role. Terms and conditions of employment are aligned with the Support Staff in Schools’ Collective Agreement (SSSCA).

Job description

We are looking to employ (part time/fixed term) an active tuakana/mentor to walk alongside one of our young boys to encourage and guide him in his learning and behaviour. This role will require personalised support for the child, including behaviour management, regulation and sensory needs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide Personalised Support: Work 1-on-1 or in small groups to help students engage with lessons and meet their individual goals (IEPs).

Classroom Logistics: Assist the Teacher with resource preparation, activity setup, and managing classroom transitions.

Adapt learning materials: Simplify instructions or use visual aids to ensure students can access and engage with the curriculum.

Social Coaching: Model positive social interactions and assist students in managing their emotions and behaviour while encouraging self-regulation skills.

Term: Fixed-term for Terms 3 and 4 (ending 16 December 2026), with possibility of renewal for 2027.

Hours: 20.5 hours per week (term-time only)

Schedule: Monday to Friday, schedule as agreed

Please note: Police vetting is required for this role. Terms and conditions of employment are aligned with the Support Staff in Schools’ Collective Agreement (SSSCA).