Hillcrest High School · Waikato
Independent Living Centre Teacher
SecondaryFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Hillcrest High School in Waikato is seeking an Independent Living Centre Teacher for its Years 7–15 secondary setting and wharekura. This full-time, permanent role is open to beginning teachers and supports ORS-funded learners, including students working below curriculum levels, through inclusive teaching, assessment, IEPs, wellbeing, de-escalation and self-care support alongside teachers, specialists, whānau and teacher aides.
- Full-time permanent position
- Supports ORS-funded learners
- Experience with IEPs and assessment
- Beginning teachers welcome
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 12 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent teacher in the Independent Living Centre at Hillcrest High School, working with secondary students across Years 7–15. The role supports ORS-funded learners, including students working at lower curriculum levels, through classroom support, assessment, individual education plans, wellbeing and self-care support. It involves working alongside teachers, specialists, whānau and teacher aides.
What they’re looking for
- Experience supporting ORS-funded learners
- Knowledge of inclusive practice and student wellbeing
- Experience with assessment and individual education plans
- Strong communication skills
- Experience using de-escalation strategies
- Ability to work effectively with a wider support team
About the school
Hillcrest High School is a secondary school and wharekura in the Waikato, serving Years 7–15.
How to apply
Email an application form, CV and cover letter to the principal. Applications close 12 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- English, Mathematics and statistics, Social sciences
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you passionate about inclusive education and making a real difference for students? We are seeking someone who enjoys working with students, can build positive, learning-focused relationships and is able to work as part of a team. The ideal candidate…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,795
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 141 Masters Avenue, Hillcrest, Hamilton
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