Regional Leader - Central

About the role

Ko Taku Reo is seeking a dynamic, fully‑registered teacher or school leader to serve as Regional Leader for the Central region. You will oversee a network of Resource Teachers of the Deaf who support more than 850 Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students across mainstream schools.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate six geographically dispersed teams delivering direct and indirect services to DHH students aged 3‑21.
• Report to the Head of Regional Outreach Services and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Manage service delivery for 197 direct‑service and 653 indirect‑service students.
• Promote evidence‑based, culturally responsive inclusion practices throughout the region.
• Maintain compliance with the New Zealand Curriculum and special‑education standards.

Required profile

• Fully registered teacher or school leader with middle‑ or senior‑level leadership experience.
• Thorough understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and inclusion of DHH learners.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a region comprising multiple teams.
• Located within Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne or Hawke’s Bay.
• Legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time, fixed‑term contract covering parental leave.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the wellbeing and academic potential of DHH children.