Kaiako teacher (2 positions)

South New Brighton School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Canterbury is seeking passionate and committed teachers for permanent full-time positions starting in term 1, 2026. Ideal candidates will have strong pedagogical skills, a commitment to inclusive education, and the ability to build relationships within the community. Applicants must be registered teachers in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Must have strong pedagogical teaching and learning practice.
• Passion for inclusive education and culturally responsive practice.
• Energetic and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with tamariki, staff, whānau and community.
• Implement structured maths and literacy approaches.
• Contribute to an engaging and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Strong pedagogical teaching and learning practice

Inclusive education

Culturally responsive practice

Team collaboration

Education

Certified New Zealand teacher

Job description

Overview

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

Exciting opportunities exist for self-motivated, passionate and committed kaiako / teachers with excellent classroom practice and the ability to build strong relationships to join our team.

• Must have strong pedagogical teaching and learning practice with particular knowledge and skills in structured maths and literacy approaches.
• Has a passion in inclusive education and culturally responsive practice.
• Energetic, sense of humour and enjoys working in a strong collaborative team.
• Builds strong relationships with tamariki, staff, whānau and community.

We have two positions available starting in term 1, 2026;

Permanent (full time) Scale A teacher(s) levels to be decided

If this sounds like you, then we are keen to hear from you.

We will only be accepting New Zealand registered teacher applications.

How to apply

Please send your CV, application form and direct enquiries to:

Physical address: 160 Estuary Road, South New Brighton, Christchurch

Postal Address: 160 Estuary Road, South New Brighton, Christchurch, 8062