The RTLB Role

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RTLB interventions and support achieve change through:

• • effective teaching and practice that responds to context

  • excellent knowledge of effective teaching

  • a commitment to inclusive education

  • a commitment to acheivement for all

  • working alongside others to provide practical support and advice

  • adhering to the principles of RTLB practice

  • following the sequence of RTLB practice

  • keeping students' needs and achievement at the centre of any service provided

A word about the bigger picture

The work of RTLB fits into a much larger picture. RTLB contribute to the Ministry of Education's vision of "A world-leading education system that equips all New Zealanders with the knowledge, skills and values to be successful citizens in the 21st Century"

• • RTLB are experienced kaiako/teachers trained to support the needs of students whose achievement in learning and behaviour is not fully being realised and to support their kura/schools and kaiako/teachers.

Compliance with RTLB practice

• • Focus on positive outcomes for students.

  • Provide a consistent professional standard of evidence-based practice.

  • Follow the intervention sequence described in the professional practice section of the RTLB toolkit.

Collaboration

• • Engage in a collaborative, consultative process in partnership with the student(s), kaiako/teachers, parents/whänau/family, and other relevant agencies.

  • Work with Special Education to provide a seamless continuum of flexible service for students.

  • Case records include evidence of the outcomes of RTLB interventions.

  • Ensure reporting clearly identifies Mäori and Pasifika.

  • Have a robust data gathering, planning and reporting cycle