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Job Offer: Special Education Advisor / Psychologist:MinEducationJob description:Job DescriptionPermanent, full-time position – located in InvercargillKia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Malo ni, Talofa lava, Tena koutou katoa and welcome. Help shape the future of education At the Ministry of Education, we work together to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent results. Our organisation is made up of more than 3,000 talented and committed people around New Zealand, from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for every child, young person and adult student in our education system. About our group and team Learning Support is a critical part of the Sector Enablement and Support Group in the Ministry. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education. Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, wh?nau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and M?ori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning results and promote social inclusion. An opportunity exists for a Psychologist or Special Education Adviser to join our team located in Invercargill on a full-time, permanent basis. The prosperous applicant may also be required to provide services across Otago/Southland. The prosperous applicant will: » have demonstrable knowledge, practice and expertise in supporting children and young people with severe and challenging behaviours and students with severe disabilities » be responsible for providing a range of assessment and intervention services to children as well as establishing effective relationships with parents, families, wh?nau, educators and others working in the community » have significant special education qualifications and/or a current New Zealand Psychologists Board registration » have a current driver’s licence » have a current Vaccination Pass. candidates for the position should be able to demonstrate the following key attributes: » capability to plan and manage time effectively to meet goals and objectives » Knowledge of the curriculum in schools » Knowledge and knowledge of inclusive education practices » capability and availability to work co-operatively as a team member in a range of contexts » Excellent interpersonal and communication expertise » Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Are you ready to make a difference? We need to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to building racial equity and excellence in the education sector. We want to provide flexible working environments where everyone feels significant, valued and supported. If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply’ button. In your cover letter we’d like to know: » about you, your values, your whakapapa » your interest and motivations for this function » the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the function and this organisation. The Ministry invites applications from fully vaccinated people or people with a valid medical exemption (under the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021). We will require evidence of your vaccination status , or your medical exemption, at the pre-employment stage of our recruitment process. Please review the position description by copy and pasting this link into your browser:https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/719542_JobDesc.pdf If this opportunity interests you, and you meet the requirements, apply now using the ‘Apply Online’ button. For more information contactgary.pilsworth@education.govt.nz Applications close Friday,25 March 2022. How to submit the application:Please apply via this link:https://jobs.education.govt.nz/jobs/EDU-1611781Skills:
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