Fixed Term Part-Time Teacher Aide Position

Waimate Main School is seeking a Teacher Aide to join our supportive and friendly team. The role is for two hours per day for nine weeks, starting as soon as possible. There is potential for additional hours which will be discussed at the interview.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to build strong, trusting, professional relationships with children

• A collaborative team player who communicates effectively with the classroom teacher to understand how best to integrate children into the class routines and provide appropriate support.

• Experience in supporting children with high and complex needs with skills in social coaching and emotional regulation and/or a willingness to undertake relevant professional development.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have evidence of success in the above areas. Whilst experience of working with children is beneficial we welcome applicants who have developed these expertise in other settings.

Please send your CV and covering letter, stating any relevant skills or qualifications which would assist you in the role, to Anna Nicolson principal@waimatemain.school.nz

Applications close at 6.00pm Thursday 1st May. Interviews will take place between Wednesday 7th - Saturday 17th May.