Full-Time Fixed-Term ECE Teacher (40h/wk) – Early Learning Lead

The Cathedral Grammar School Pre-School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Extended Pay Parity

Supportive teaching team

Job summary

The Cathedral Grammar School Pre-School Canterbury is seeking a committed certificated teacher for a fixed-term role from 25 January to 8 October 2027. You will join an experienced team of six, teaching up to 40 children daily and supporting our youngest learners.

Requirements include a current Teaching Council NZ practising certificate (full or provisional), strong communication with ESOL families, and a willingness to collaborate with external providers. A valid driver’s licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Current Teaching Council of Aotearoa NZ practising certificate (full or provisional).
• Excellent communication with ESOL families and children.
• Able to work with external support providers.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to follow routines.
• Committed to the full fixed term.
• Willingness to embrace The Cathedral Grammar School's unique role.
• Full driver's licence and clean driving record to drive the school van.

Responsibilities

• Fixed-term: 25 January to 8 October 2027.
• Full-time 40 hours per week.
• Work as part of an experienced team of 6 with up to 40 children per day.
• Be the key teacher for our youngest pre-school learners.

Skills

Good communication

Reliable and motivated

ESOL family liaison

Driver's licence

Education

Teaching Council NZ cert (full or provisional)

Job description

The Cathedral Grammar School Pre-School Canterbury is seeking a committed certificated teacher for a fixed-term role from 25 January to 8 October 2027. You will join an experienced team of six, teaching up to 40 children daily and supporting our youngest learners.

Requirements include a current Teaching Council NZ practising certificate (full or provisional), strong communication with ESOL families, and a willingness to collaborate with external providers. A valid driver’s licence is essential.