Classroom teacher

Mt Pleasant School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school in New Zealand is seeking a kaiako to join their supportive community, focusing on delivering quality education through the IB framework. The ideal candidate will inspire learning in students from Years 5-8 and engage in collaborative practices. A current NZ work visa is required for applicants.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current NZ work visa.
• Committed to collaborative teaching and learning.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong relationships within the school community.
• Deliver New Zealand Curriculum through the IB PYP framework.
• Engage in rigorous inquiry-based learning.

Skills

Teaching

Collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Current NZ work visa

Job description

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Te Kura o Paeraki | Mt Pleasant School is seeking a kaiako who is looking for a change or new challenge, to move to a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking school community. We have a position available within the senior levels (Y5-8) due to roll growth.

Applicants must hold a current NZ work visa.

About our school

We believe we have one of the best views in NZ! On one side, we have the great Southern Alps and on the other, the Pacific Ocean - it’s quite breathtaking on a clear day!

We are an International Baccalaureate (IB) school committed to delivering the New Zealand Curriculum through the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework. Our approach is centred on rigorous inquiry, balanced with structured literacy and numeracy learning experiences. You do not need prior experience within the IB to apply for this role.

Mt Pleasant School is deeply committed to highly collaborative approaches to teaching and learning. You will help continue to cultivate strong, positive relationships across our very supportive school community, including ākonga, kaiako/kaimahi, and whānau.

If you are a motivated and inspiring kaiako who is ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address: 82 Major Hornbrook Road, Mt Pleasant, Christchurch

Postal Address: 82 Major Hornbrook Road, Mount Pleasant, Christchurch, 8081