Principal Release Teacher, Year 5–8, 0.7 FTE, Collaborative

Ōuruhia Model School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Ōuruhia Model School invites applications for a Principal Release Teacher position (0.7 FTE) on a fixed-term basis from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028. The role focuses on Year 5–8 in a small, supportive multi-level setting with approx. 18 tamariki and a close-knit whānau.

We value collaborative, experience NZ registered kaiako who can lead with warmth, deliver quality teaching, and participate in Structured Literacy and small-group instruction within a senior-school context.

Qualifications

• NZ registered teacher with multi-level teaching experience.
• Experience working with ākonga in Years 5–8.
• Collaborative, team-focused approach to teaching and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead as principal release in the senior school (Year 5–8).
• Collaborate with a small team to support approx. 18 tamariki and whānau.
• Contribute to quality teaching and learning, including Literacy approaches.

Skills

NZ registered teacher

Multilevel classroom

Collaborative

Education

NZ Registered Teacher

Job description

Ōuruhia Model School invites applications for a Principal Release Teacher position (0.7 FTE) on a fixed-term basis from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028. The role focuses on Year 5–8 in a small, supportive multi-level setting with approx. 18 tamariki and a close-knit whānau.

We value collaborative, experience NZ registered kaiako who can lead with warmth, deliver quality teaching, and participate in Structured Literacy and small-group instruction within a senior-school context.