Teacher Aide

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu; Pokeno; Hybrid; NZD 37,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible work environment

Impactful role

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 Pokeno, Auckland. This part-time role offers flexible hours and the chance to contribute to a dedicated professional team.

The successful candidate will provide tailored learning support, assist teachers, and help the student engage with online learning tools, fostering an inclusive, culturally responsive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teacher Aide or similar role supporting students with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students, kaiako, and whānau.
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for supporting students to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Support ākonga with learning as outlined in IEP.
• Assist Kaiako in delivering lessons and adapting materials.

Skills

Teacher Aide experience

Strong communication

Cultural responsiveness

Patience and adaptability

Tools

Online learning tools

Assistive technology

Job description

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Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teacher Aide (Kaiāwhina mō te akoranga) to support an ākonga (student) in their home-based learning in Pokeno, Auckland. This part-time role for 3 hours 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.

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.

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.

For more information about the role, please contact ***************@tekura.school.nz