Do you love being around children?
Are you interested in learning how children living with disabilities can develop their potential?
Do you want to be a part of a community organisation that empowers and inspires tāngata whakaiha (people living with disabilities) and their whānau?
Now’s your chance to join the team at Conductive Education Taranaki. We’re looking for someone who can support our Conductors (specialist teachers) in session. You’ll help prepare the classroom, make activities, document children’s progress, and you’ll be there with them, encouraging and guiding them through the session.
Who are we?
We are a non-profit organisation dedicated to maximising abilities. Our specialist staff support kids living with disabilities and their whānau, so they can become more independent, confident, and socially connected. Conductive Education is an internationally recognised approach to special education, so you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from our highly trained specialist teachers.
What do we do?
Conductive Education sessions are targeted towards the goals of each group of learners. You’ll help facilitate a strengths-based learning approach, as children progress through a series of tasks to develop new skills. There’s music and movement, challenge and play in each session. We’re looking for someone who is willing to learn what works for each child, so our dedicated specialists can do what they do best, and our children have the best possible outcomes.
Who are you?
You’re someone who gets a kick out of helping children achieve their goals, however long that may take, understanding that these are steps towards confidence and independence. You take pride in presenting a clean and well-ordered classroom, you are good at following instructions and you’re keen to learn. You’ll pass a police check and, if you aren’t trained in First Aid, you’ll be willing to complete it. You’ll know your way around Microsoft 365, Google Photos and can quickly pick up the basics of new systems. Being creative and having skills in arts and crafts is a bonus. You’re a clear, respectful communicator and you genuinely care for the wellbeing of tāngata whaikaha (people living with disabilities). You are looking for a part-time (16 hours, Wednesday to Friday) role where, at the end of the day, you’ll go home knowing you’ve made a real difference.
For more information or to apply (please send your CV and cover letter) please email michelle@conductivetaranaki.org.nz
Closing date: Friday 1 September
