Engaging Junior School Teacher (Years 1–3)

Gilberthorpe School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilberthorpe School in Christchurch is seeking an enthusiastic Junior School teacher (Years 1–3) to join our dedicated team in a full-time, permanent position. We value strong relationships, inclusive practices, and building solid foundations in literacy and numeracy.

You will collaborate with a diverse, community-focused staff to create engaging learning experiences for our youngest students and contribute to our school’s ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid certificated teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching junior years (Years 1–3) preferred.
• Ability to build strong literacy and mathematics foundations.
• Commitment to inclusive, relationship-focused learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach and plan across core subjects for Years 1–3.
• Create engaging learning experiences and assess learner progress.
• Establish a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage whānau in learning.

Skills

Relationship building

Junior years teaching

Literacy foundations

Mathematics foundations

Collaboration

Culturally responsive practice

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Gilberthorpe School in Christchurch is seeking an enthusiastic Junior School teacher (Years 1–3) to join our dedicated team in a full-time, permanent position. We value strong relationships, inclusive practices, and building solid foundations in literacy and numeracy.

You will collaborate with a diverse, community-focused staff to create engaging learning experiences for our youngest students and contribute to our school’s ongoing development.