Tautoko Ako | Learning Support
Tautoko Ako | Learning Support
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At Te Kura o Waihārara, effective learning support begins with knowing each ākonga well — their strengths, interests, identity, aspirations and the ways they learn best.
Kaiako draw on assessment information, observation and kōrero with ākonga and whānau to plan responsive teaching, appropriate challenge and any additional support that may be needed. Support may take place within everyday classroom learning, in small groups or individually.
We recognise that ākonga learn in different ways and at different rates. Where needed, teaching approaches, resources or learning environments may be adapted to remove barriers and support participation, progress and success. Where more individual planning is useful, a personalised learning plan may be developed collaboratively with the ākonga, whānau, kaiako and relevant support people, with goals reviewed as learning needs change.
Our approach is inclusive and strengths-based. We value the knowledge whānau bring about their tamaiti and work together to ensure each ākonga is supported, challenged and able to participate in learning in ways that uphold their mana.
Resource Teachers: Learning and Behaviour | RTLB
Resource Teachers: Learning and Behaviour | RTLB
Resource Teachers: Learning and Behaviour (RTLB) are specialist kaiako who work alongside schools and kura to strengthen inclusive teaching and support the learning, engagement, participation and wellbeing of ākonga.
RTLB work collaboratively with ākonga, whānau, kaiako and other professionals to identify strengths, understand barriers to learning and participation, plan appropriate support and review what is making a positive difference.
Support may be provided:
across the kura
for a group of ākonga
through individualised support for a particular ākonga.
Where individual RTLB support is being considered, whānau are involved in the process. The kura will kōrero with whānau about the reasons for seeking support, explain what is involved and seek the required consent before a formal request for tailored support is made. Whānau remain part of the planning and review process.
Whānau are welcome to speak with their child’s kaiako or the Tumuaki if they would like to discuss learning support or whether RTLB involvement may be helpful.
Pou Whakarito Oranga
Pou Whakarito Oranga
The Pou Whakarito Oranga works alongside ākonga, whānau, kaiako and the Tumuaki to strengthen wellbeing, engagement, participation and connection to kura.
Support may include attendance, relationships, confidence, cultural connection and helping whānau access appropriate services, resources or opportunities.
The role is strengths-based and grounded in respectful relationships with ākonga and whānau. By listening to their needs and aspirations and working alongside them, the Pou Whakarito Oranga helps create a kura environment where tamariki feel known, valued, connected and able to participate fully in learning and kura life.
At Te Kura o Waihārara, our Pou Whakarito Oranga is Shivaan Harlick.
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