Taranaki Neurodiversity Trust · Taranaki
Specialist Educator
Other education organisationPart-time (0.4 FTTE), Fixed-term (26 Jan to 17 Dec 2027)Beginning teachers welcome
Taranaki Neurodiversity Trust seeks a part-time Specialist Educator for its Head Office programme in Taranaki, supporting neurodiverse and gifted learners through social, emotional and academic learning. The 0.4 FTTE fixed-term role runs from 26 January to 17 December 2027, initially across two days each week, with possible expansion to three; beginning teachers may apply.
- One-day pull-out programme
- Classes have fewer than 20 learners
- Teacher aide support in every class
- Possible increase from two to three days
Closes in 13 days
Applications close 18 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Teach part-time in The Head Office, a one-day pull-out programme for neurodiverse and gifted learners. This fixed-term 0.4 FTTE role runs from 26 January to 17 December 2027, initially across two days weekly with the possibility of three days. Classes have fewer than 20 students and teacher aide support, with guidance available for beginning teachers developing specialist practice.
What they’re looking for
- Experience teaching neurodiverse or gifted learners
- Creative approaches to learning
- Careful support for student wellbeing
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Commitment to celebrating neurodiversity
About the school
Taranaki Neurodiversity Trust provides a programme focused on students’ social and emotional wellbeing alongside cognitive challenge. The team works closely with neurodiverse learners and places strong relationships at the centre of its work.
How to apply
Send a CV and cover letter, or direct queries, by email to the school. Applications close on 18 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Other education organisation
- Role
- Other
- Hours
- part time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 26 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 17 Dec 2027
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you looking for a unique teaching position that is a little bit different? We are looking for a passionate, creative, caring, experienced and inspirational part-time teacher who celebrates the importance of neurodiversity! We value strong relationships, putting our students…”