Acceleration support teacher 1.0FTTE

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

English, Mathematics and statistics

Somerville Intermediate School is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and collaborative teacher to join our Aspiring Team, a dynamic group of professionals working to accelerate learning and strengthen outcomes for all ākonga. This new, full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and design innovative approaches to acceleration across literacy and mathematics.

The Acceleration Support Teacher will work with students working on the cusp of expectations, leading multiple short-term, targeted intervention groups across the school. Each group will meet three to four times per week, with a focus on building confidence, bridging gaps, and unlocking potential in literacy and mathematics. The role will involve close collaboration with classroom teachers, our two learning support coordinators, and Aspiring Team colleagues in Extension and ESOL, creating cohesive and responsive pathways for learning.

We are looking for a teacher who :

• Brings deep pedagogical understanding in literacy (including structured literacy) and mathematics, and a passion for accelerating progress through effective, evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates strong data literacy, using achievement information to identify trends, monitor progress, and respond to student needs in timely, targeted ways
• Values collaboration and innovation, with the ability to design flexible approaches that maximise learning opportunities (including creative “double-dipping” models)
• Is reflective and committed to ongoing professional learning, including opportunities to engage in PLD and contribute their expertise back to staff
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable outcomes for all learners
• May bring experience in ALL, ALiM, or Learning Support, or a proven record of working effectively with diverse learners

Join us in this exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to empowering every learner to succeed.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to :

Physical address :

39 Somerville Road, Howick South, Auckland

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