Assistant Principal, Junior School — Lead Literacy & Growth

Te Kura Whakatipu o Kawarau

Otago

On-site

NZD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Te Kura Whakatipu o Kawarau in Queenstown is seeking an inspiring Assistant Principal to join our Senior Leadership Team. You will empower Junior School staff, inspire our youngest ākonga, and drive curriculum excellence across our kura.

As part of our Senior Leadership Team, you will shape our vision, lead Phase 1 learning, and oversee the literacy portfolio, combining strategic leadership, mentoring, and a negotiated teaching component.

Qualifications

Dedicated to Learners: Deeply committed to fostering the academic growth, wellbeing, and success of all junior school learners.
Collaborative and Approachable Leader: Solution-focused, highly organised, and an exceptional communicator who builds authentic relationships across our diverse community.
Culturally Responsive and Inclusive: Guided by inclusive practices that honour our multicultural community and uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the special place of Māori as mana whenua.
Pedagogically Progressive: Grounded in strong NZ Curriculum knowledge, evidence-based practices, and proven expertise in building teacher capability and curriculum design.
Lifelong Learner: Passionate about growing others while continuously developing your own leadership journey.

Responsibilities

Lead Junior School learners and oversee Phase 1 learning.
Oversee the school-wide literacy portfolio.
Provide strategic leadership and team mentorship within the Senior Leadership Team.
Balance leadership responsibilities with a negotiated teaching component.