2 0.5 Release Teachers

Te Kura o Te Mātāpuna Isleworth School; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Kura o Te Mātāpuna Isleworth School in Canterbury seeking two passionate kaiako for permanent 0.5 positions to commence in Term 1 2027. There is no set year-level preference; interviews will consider where you might best fit across our kura based on your strengths and experience.

The successful candidates will cover team leader/DP release and whānau teachers' classroom release. We value relationship-building with tamariki, whānau and colleagues, and a nurturing, culturally responsive learning

Qualifications

• Relationship-focused approach that builds strong connections with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Commitment to a nurturing, engaging, and culturally responsive learning environment.
• Positive, inclusive classroom culture where all learners feel supported and inspired.

Responsibilities

• Cover team leader/DP release and whānau teachers' classroom release.
• Contribute to the school’s ROCK values in daily teaching and interactions.
• Collaborate with staff and families to support student learning.

Skills

Relationship building

Culturally responsive teaching

Inclusive classroom culture

Curriculum knowledge

ROCK values leadership

Job description

Te Kura o Te Mātāpuna is a vibrant, inclusive primary school with a strong sense of community and a deep commitment to our ROCK values: Resilient, Outstanding, Connected and Kind.

We are seeking two passionate, dedicated kaiako to join our team.These are permanent 0.5 positions which commence in Term 1 2027. There is no set year-level preference at this stage. We are open to conversations about where you might best fit across our kura, based on your experience, strengths and interests. The successful candidates will be covering team leader/DP release and whānau teachers' classroom release.

Key qualities and attributes

We are looking for a kaiako who brings:

• a relationship-focused approach that builds strong, positive connections with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
• a commitment to creating a nurturing, engaging, and culturally responsive learning environment
• a positive, inclusive classroom culture and environment where all learners feel supported and inspired
• strong curriculum knowledge
• a drive to model and actively contribute to our school’s ROCK values.

Passion or experience in the arts, cultural leadership, or sport/PE is highly desirable, with potential leadership opportunities available for suitable candidates.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you.

Timeline for recruitment

• Shortlisting: week of Monday 16 November
• Interviews: week of Monday 23 November
• Position commences: Wednesday 27 January 2027