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Special Education Teacher

Waitaha SchoolPhysical Education
NZ, New Zealand
Australasia
Full Time
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed30 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformInstitution Direct

About This Role

Waitaha School Canterbury

Special Education Teacher

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Special Duties Allowance

Listed 3:51 pm 19 March 2026
Closes 3pm 08 April 2026
Vacancy reference #: 1HArvf

Waitaha School is seeking an experienced teacher with teaching knowledge and experience of students with complex needs to provide long-term teaching cover.

You will be required to teach in a range of settings. This includes; base school classes, satellite classes and outreach specialist teaching support.

As a teacher in a specialist school setting - you have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of students so they grow, thrive and succeed in life. We are seeking a teacher with high but realistic expectations who is empathetic and enjoys working in a team to help shape learning that is inclusive and empowering. You are welcome to make contact to discuss this role.

Please note: NZ/Aus citizenship or NZ permanent residency status is required.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Bernie Mulcahy-Bouwman
12 Lemonwood Drive, Rolleston, 7615
bernie@waitaha.school.nz
022 185 7017

Vacancy reference #:1HArvf

Listed 3:51 pm 19 March 2026
Closes 3pm 08 April 2026

Waitaha School NZ

School details

Waitaha School

Type: Specialist School
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 133
Website:

School number: 3554
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Physical address:
12 Lemonwood Drive, Rolleston

Postal Address:
12 Lemonwood Drive, Faringdon, Rolleston, 7615

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Application Details
Application Deadline
Ongoing
Effective Date of Employment
Immediate / Flexible
Reference ID
B8D2DE73