Collaborative Middle Years Team Leader (Year 3–4)

Elmwood Normal School; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmwood Normal School in Christchurch seeks a Middle Team Leader for Years 3 and 4, fixed term for 2027, with 0.1 release. The successful candidate will foster a collaborative, reflective culture, lead a high-functioning teaching team and contribute to staff and student growth, underpinned by strong relationships and behaviour management.

Experience in middle-school leadership and recent teaching practice within a Middle team is desirable; we offer a supportive work environment and professional

Qualifications

• Experience in middle school leadership or Years 3–4 guidance.
• Strong organisational and relational skills to support staff.
• Proven ability to foster positive outcomes for ākonga.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Middle Team for Years 3–4 and contribute to school programmes.
• Collaborate with staff to develop curriculum and assessment practices.
• Support colleagues, maintain positive behaviour and a cohesive teaching team.

Skills

Relational leadership

Team collaboration

Behaviour management

Curriculum knowledge

Professional development

Education

Teaching qualification (NZ teaching registration)

Job description

Elmwood Normal School in Christchurch seeks a Middle Team Leader for Years 3 and 4, fixed term for 2027, with 0.1 release. The successful candidate will foster a collaborative, reflective culture, lead a high-functioning teaching team and contribute to staff and student growth, underpinned by strong relationships and behaviour management.

Experience in middle-school leadership and recent teaching practice within a Middle team is desirable; we offer a supportive work environment and professional