Introduction
We expect you to contact the college, specifically the principal, and inquire about the position.
A formal application in writing, supported by a Curriculum Vitae is essential. We will, in the process of producing a short list, contact your referees and, if appropriate invite you to Masterton for an interview.
You can email your interest in the position to the Principal.
Expenses generated in travelling to Masterton may be subsidised by the College. Discuss this with the principal when you first ring him, and if you are invited for an interview, he will be able to confirm this.
Accommodation in Masterton is relatively economical, whether renting a house or flat. Positions may be available in the college hostel where, in return for some duties, it is possible to live cheaply.
Travel to Wellington and Palmerston North is easy - an hour and a half at the most in each case. Mountains, rivers and beaches are all on our doorstep and Masterton offers a wide range of sporting and cultural opportunities for those who wish to pursue them.
The school staff is supportive, caring and professional. The student body strong and enthusiastic. The Masterton and Wairarapa community in general supports its college positively. Wairarapa College is an excellent school in which to begin your teaching career.
Generic Assistant Teacher Job Description
Professional Knowledge:
- Competent in relevant curricula, demonstrates a sound knowledge of current learning and assessment theory.
- Demonstrates a sound knowledge of current issues and initiatives in education, including Maori education
Professional Development:
- Demonstrate a commitment to their own ongoing learning
- Participate individually and collaboratively in professional development activities
- Continue to develop understandings of the Treaty of Waitangi
Teaching Techniques:
- Plan and use appropriate teaching programmes, strategies, learning activities and assessments
- Demonstrate flexibility in a range of effective teaching techniques
- Makes use of appropriate technologies and resources
- Imparts subject content effectively
- Evaluates and reflects on teaching techniques and strategies with a view to improvement
Student Management:
- Manage student behaviour effectively
- Establish constructive relationships with students
- Be responsive to individual student needs
- Develop and maintain a positive and safe physical and emotional environment
- Create an environment which encourages respect and understanding
- Maintain a purposeful working environment
Motivation of Students:
- Encourages students positively in learning
- Establishes expectations which value and promote learning
Te Reo me ora Tikanga:
- Continues to develop understandings and skills in the appropriate usage and accurate pronunciation of Te Reo Maori
- Demonstrates an understanding of basic Maori protocols when opportunities arise
Effective Communication:
- Communicates clearly and effectively in either or both of the official languages of NZ
- Provides appropriate feedback to students
- Communicates effectively with families, whanau, caregivers
- Shares information with colleagues
Support for and co-operation with colleagues:
- Maintains effective working relationships with colleagues
- Supports and provides assistance to colleagues in improving teaching and learning
Contribution to wider school activities:
- Contributes positively to the life of the school and its community