Linda Van Eeden

Key Accountabilities

• Collaborative Team Player: Actively contribute to team planning, teaching, and school-wide duties. Provide support to colleagues and maintain open communication, ensuring adherence to school policies and professional standards.
• Student-Centered Learning: Cultivate positive, strength-based classroom environments that value student language, culture, and individual strengths. Develop strong learning relationships and empower student independence through adapted curricula, visual strategies, and clear learning goals.
• Engaging Parent & Whānau Partnerships: Foster strong school-family partnerships by welcoming whānau, understanding diverse cultural backgrounds, and utilizing various communication systems (HERO , email, meetings) to keep parents informed of student progress.
• Effective Planning & Assessment: Develop and implement lesson plans, conduct student assessments, create Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and maintain comprehensive records of student progress, significant communications, and meetings using designated systems (HERO, Google Drive).
• Continuous Professional Growth: Stay current with educational research and professional development, participate in school initiatives, and actively engage in collaborative practices to support student learning and the wider school community.
• Clear & Culturally Responsive Communication: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, tailoring messages to diverse audiences. Practice culturally responsive pedagogy, integrating Aotearoa New Zealand's cultural heritage and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles into learning programs.
• Health & Safety Advocate: Actively promote and comply with all school wellbeing, health, and safety requirements.

• To develop students, impart knowledge and guide them in learning new skills and abilities.
• Follow syllabus in teaching students
• Perform relevant administrational duties
• Review, develop and deliver educational programs and activities
• Enhance student engagement and achievement
• Encourage a productive and supportive environment for students

• Job Description: Visiting Teacher - Barnardos Early Learning
• Responsible for providing pedagogical leadership, mentoring, and support to a network of Home-Based Educators. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, Te Whāriki-aligned early learning experiences for tamariki in home settings, while maintaining compliance with licensing criteria and fostering strong relationships with educators, children, and whānau. Key responsibilities include:
• Educator Mentorship & Support: Provide professional guidance, coaching, and training to Home-Based Educators, strengthening their capability to plan, implement, and assess learning engagements.
• Curriculum & Pedagogy: Ensure that learning environments and programes are consistent with Te Whāriki (the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum) and the Barnardos Early Learning philosophy, including the integration of te reo Māori and culturally responsive practices.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Oversee the education, care, comfort, and health and safety of children, ensuring all educators meet licensing criteria, Ministry of Education requirements, and Barnardos operational standards.
• Relationship Building: Foster positive and collaborative relationships with educators, children, families, and the wider Barnardos whānau.
• Network Management: Contribute to the effective management and growth of the home-based network, including accurate reporting and documentation.
• Auckland, New Zealand • Update location

• Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership & Mentorship: Guide, support, and inspire a team of educators, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Curriculum & Pedagogy: Oversee the planning and implementation of an engaging, responsive curriculum that reflects Te Whāriki and centre philosophy.
• Team Collaboration: Facilitate effective communication and collaboration within the team, promoting a cohesive and supportive work environment.
• Whānau Engagement: Build strong, reciprocal relationships with families, encouraging their active participation in their child's learning journey.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the smooth daily operation of the classroom or area, including health and safety compliance and adherence to centre policies.

Supports students' learning and wellbeing under teacher direction, assisting with classroom activities, individual student needs, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment.