Year 7/8 English Teacher

Rangi Ruru Girls' School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Rangi Ruru Girls' School invites applications from an enthusiastic English teacher for Term 4, 2026. The fixed-term role covers Year 7 and Year 8 English, totalling 10 hours per week, with a part-time 0.4 FTE on a fixed-term basis.

The successful candidate will inspire learners, develop literacy and communication, and work within a supportive team, meeting the school’s values and contributing to wider life.

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered English teacher in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Year 7 English lessons.
• Plan and deliver Year 8 English lessons.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to school life.

Skills

English teaching

Year 7

Year 8

Part-time

Job description

Part time, Fixed term, FTTE up to: 0.4, Start Date: 12/10/2026, End Date: 03/12/2026 (cover for staff member on extended leave)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher English

We are seeking an enthusiastic and engaging English Teacher to join our team on a fixed term contract for Term 4, 2026. This part-time position involves teaching 1 Year 7 English class and 1 Year 8 English class, totalling 10 hours per week.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young learners through a dynamic and well-rounded English programme that develops literacy, communication, creativity and critical thinking skills. Working within a supportive and collaborative teaching environment, the successful candidate will have a passion for helping students grow in confidence and achieve their potential.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons for Year 7 and Year 8 students.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports student learning and wellbeing.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Foster a love of reading, writing and effective communication.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider life of the school where appropriate.

We're looking for someone who is

• A qualified and registered teacher in New Zealand.
• Passionate about teaching English and supporting student achievement.
• Skilled at building positive relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.
• Organised, adaptable and able to work independently.
• Committed to the values and culture of Rangi Ruru Girls' School.

If you're excited to inspire young learners and contribute to a thriving school community, we'd love to hear from you!