NE / Y1 teacher

Clyde School; Otago; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary and intermediate school in Otago is seeking a passionate teacher for a full-time role starting at the beginning of the 2026 school year. The position requires effective teaching strategies and a commitment to foster strong community connections. Applicants should have strengths in literacy and numeracy and a willingness to engage with school life and students' families.

Qualifications

• Experience with structured literacy approach (BSLA) is advantageous.
• Ability to make learning engaging and fun.
• Passion for community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Join a dedicated team of teachers.
• Foster strong community connections through learning.
• Comply with school life involvement.

Skills

Strengths in literacy and numeracy

Engagement in learning

Building positive relationships

Involvement in school life

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Overview

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2026, End Date: 16/12/2026 (Project release)

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

Responsibilities

We are seeking a passionate, caring, and highly effective teacher with an excellent understanding of teaching and learning to join our dedicated team.

This position commences at the start of the 2026 school year.

Qualifications and requirements

• Strengths in literacy and numeracy. Experience with the structured literacy approach (BSLA) and the DMIC maths approach is advantageous.
• The ability to make learning engaging and fun.
• A genuine passion for engaging students in learning opportunities outside the classroom that foster strong community connections.
• The ability to build positive relationships and partnerships with students, colleagues, and whānau.
• A willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life.

How to apply

To apply, please share your strengths and skills in your cover letter and CV, and complete the application form which can be located on our school website under the vacancies tab.

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: