• Permanent, full-time

ABOUT US / MŌ MĀTOU

Ko Taku Reo Deaf Education New Zealand is the nationwide provider of education services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) learners. We have a focus on growth, learning and collaboration. The learners and their whānau are at the core of everything we do.

THE ROLE / TE MAHI

We are looking for a qualified teacher to join our Outreach School and lead our team in Auckland Central. The lead role is comprised of 0.8 RTD and 0.2 lead components. We need a teacher with the right skills and attitude who can work with a range of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students by working in a collaborative partnership with families and mainstream schools to support the delivery of the NZ curriculum with a special focus on language, literacy and culture. 

ABOUT YOU / MŌ KOE

• Proven best practice in working with Deaf children and/or working with mainstream children.
• Qualified Teacher of the Deaf or be an experienced NZ registered teacher willing to undertake study. 
• Current, clean drivers' licence. 
• Use of own car with mileage reimbursed (with conditions).
• Must reside within easy access to Westmere School and be willing to travel within a designated caseload.
• You will have existing skills, or demonstrate a willingness to develop proficiency, in New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) and listening and spoken language practices for Deaf learners.

Please apply online at https://kotakureo.schooljobs.nz/Job/Team-Lead-Resource-Teacher-of-the-Deaf-Auckland-Central/Auckland/5324. 

Only applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand and can make themselves available for an interview will be considered for this position.  However, we may seek to interview or appoint suitable candidates prior to closing so please apply early. 

Applications close 5pm, Wednesday 20 May 2026.

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