Learning Support Teacher Mentor - High School

About the assignment

  • Country
  • Assignment type
    In Country
  • Partner Organisation
    Department of Education - Niue
  • Duration
    12 months
  • Proposed start date
    15 February 2027
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Closes 14 October 2026

We’re looking for a Learning Support Teacher Mentor for High School who can live and volunteer for 12 months in Niue.

  • As a volunteer, you will help to design and implement learning tasks and activities tailored to meet the individual needs of students. You will also share practical tools, strategies, and resources that promote inclusive classroom practices.
  • To be considered for this role, you’ll need Bachelor’s degree in Education, and/or Special Education and Experience working with children with diverse learning needs in a school or community setting.
  • You will be working alongside the team to also support the organisation of extra-curricular and play activities that promote social inclusion and teamwork.

About the partner organisation 

The Department of Education in Niue provides and sustains quality, relevant, and balanced education services for all children and people of Niue. It’s mission is to support the nation’s vision of a harmonious, healthy, and educated community that thrives through access to quality social services and development opportunities.

The volunteer would provide support to teachers who work with students that have a disability or mental health conditions. They will also provide support to other education professionals at the Niue High School to assist with the education requirements of students with special learning needs.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - [email protected]. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here

AUD$ 3967 per month.   

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Requirements

  • All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). 
  • A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.  
  • A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.  

Additional requirements for this assignment include providing or attaining a First aid certificate.

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