Principal Release Teacher: Outdoor Learning (0.4–0.6 FTTE)

Ross School; West Coast; On-site; NZD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross School on New Zealand's West Coast is seeking a dedicated teacher to join the whānau as the principal release teacher. The role starts as a 0.4 FTTE position (two days a week) with potential to grow to 0.6 FTTE for the right candidate, starting preferably in Term 4.

Accommodation is negotiable to ease your transition. Located in a supportive community, the school offers strong facilities and a commitment to developing confident, honest, and creative students who value themselves and their

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ teaching certification and be registered to teach.
• Experience with structured literacy is preferred or willingness to learn.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students and the wider community.
• Adaptable to a multi-level classroom and outdoor learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Build genuine relationships with students and the community.
• Thrives in a multi-level classroom and outdoor learning contexts.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and a strong team player.
• Engage in professional development to continually improve practice.
• Contribute to a supportive, resource-rich school culture.

Skills

Relationship building

Multi-level classroom

Professional development

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Ross School on New Zealand's West Coast is seeking a dedicated teacher to join the whānau as the principal release teacher. The role starts as a 0.4 FTTE position (two days a week) with potential to grow to 0.6 FTTE for the right candidate, starting preferably in Term 4.

Accommodation is negotiable to ease your transition. Located in a supportive community, the school offers strong facilities and a commitment to developing confident, honest, and creative students who value themselves and their