Ko Taku Reo Deaf Education New Zealand is seeking an
experienced and inspiring Head of Pedagogy and Professional Development to lead
teaching practice and professional capability across our national services.
Reporting to the Deputy Principal, Pedagogy and Curriculum,
this senior leadership role is responsible for shaping high-quality teaching
practice and building the capability of teachers, Resource Teachers of the
Deaf, NZSL tutors and support staff who work with Deaf and hard of hearing
ākonga across Aotearoa.
The Head of Pedagogy and Professional Development leads the
development of a shared pedagogical framework that reflects Deaf pedagogy,
bilingual education in New Zealand Sign Language and English and inclusive
teaching practice. The role ensures teaching approaches across Enrolled School,
Outreach services, Early Years programmes, Residential services, and online
learning environments reflect current research, Universal Design for Learning
and best practice in Deaf education.
A key focus of the role is designing and leading a coherent
PLD strategy that strengthens staff capability and supports career-long
professional growth. This includes overseeing mentoring, coaching, and
induction programmes, and ensuring professional learning reflects the needs of
Māori and Pasifika learners while embedding Te Reo Māori me ōna tikanga and the
organisation’s commitments under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
The role also leads innovation and best practice
initiatives, including the strategic NZSL bilingual–bicultural (Bi/Bi) project,
working collaboratively with Deaf leaders, educators, and community partners to
strengthen bilingual teaching and learning across Ko Taku Reo.
This is a permanent, full-time role, based in
either Auckland or Christchurch. This role is 0.8 released with
a 0.2 CRT release teaching component and is remunerated with MU.
The successful candidate will bring experience in
educational leadership, a deep understanding of Deaf education and bilingual
practice, and a commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching.
Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 31 March 2026
