Culturally Responsive Primary Teacher (Years 1–8)

St Teresa's School (Karori); Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Teresa’s School, a welcoming and culturally diverse Catholic primary school just 10 minutes from central Wellington, is seeking a passionate and caring teacher to work mainly within Phase 2 or Phase 3. Applicants will have strong curriculum and literacy knowledge, experience supporting ESOL learners, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, culturally responsive practice and student well-being.

The successful applicant will build positive relationships, work collaboratively, and share their

Qualifications

• Strong curriculum and literacy knowledge.
• Experience supporting ESOL learners.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice.
• Focus on student well-being and positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with learners and whānau.
• Collaborate with colleagues across phases 2 and 3.
• Share strengths and interests with learners to enhance engagement.
• Uphold the school's Catholic character.
• May operate as a fully released or full-time classroom teaching role.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Literacy knowledge

ESOL experience

Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitment

Culturally responsive practice

Student well-being focus

Education

Certificated teacher

NZ teaching registration

Job description

St Teresa’s School, a welcoming and culturally diverse Catholic primary school just 10 minutes from central Wellington, is seeking a passionate and caring teacher to work mainly within Phase 2 or Phase 3. Applicants will have strong curriculum and literacy knowledge, experience supporting ESOL learners, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, culturally responsive practice and student well-being.

The successful applicant will build positive relationships, work collaboratively, and share their