Blennz Whangarei - Resource Teacher Vision (Rtv)

Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ Northland

Full time, Permanent

General, BLENNZ Whangarei Resource Teacher Vision (RTV)English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Maori, The arts

Permanent full-time position (1SU) – starting term

• , or earlier by negotiation

Are you passionate about inclusive education and making a meaningful difference in the lives of akonga who are blind, deafblind or have low vision?

BLENNZ Whangarei is looking for a dynamic, innovative and experienced teacher with current Teacher Registration and up-to-date knowledge of the NZ Curriculum and / or Te Whariki to support the education of akonga with vision impairments, aged from birth to 21 years.

About the role

As an RTV, you will work collaboratively with schools, whanau, and transdisciplinary teams to ensure that akonga with vision impairments have equitable access to the curriculum and school life.

Your role will include :

Assessing and supporting the educational needs of blind, deafblind and low vision akonga.

Supporting teacher developmentin working with vision-impaired akonga as inclusive practice.

Supporting access to adaptive technologies and learning resources, with openness to learning and professional development in this area.

Working successfully as part of a team is a key component of this itinerant position.

What we're looking for

We welcome applications from qualified teachers who have :

Experience in working with akonga with vision impairments (desirable, but not essential)

Demonstrated ability to develop excellent working relationships with parents, family / whanau and educators.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

A commitment to inclusive education and equity.

Willingness to undertake specialist post graduate training in vision education.

What we offer

A supportive and collegial team environment.

Opportunities for professional development and specialist training.

The chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of akonga and their communities.

This role is open to those from the Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary sector.

How to apply

Please send an email of application and CV to Sharon Goldsmith from whom a job description is also available.

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