Rural Classroom Teacher (0.5) – Literacy & Numeracy Lead

Lee Stream School

Otago

On-site

NZD 42,000 - 62,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Lee Stream School in Otago, New Zealand, invites applications from an experienced, enthusiastic and adaptable teacher for a 0.5 teaching role. The position combines four mornings of collaborative literacy and numeracy work with the teaching principal and one afternoon of independent teaching for principal release.

We value flexibility, initiative and a good sense of humour, with a supportive rural community and opportunities to contribute across school life.

Qualifications

Experience teaching across multiple year levels and can confidently cater for a wide range of ages, abilities and learning needs.
Collaborative team player who is equally confident working independently and taking initiative.
Flexible, adaptable and can think on your feet – small-school life certainly keeps you on your toes.
Sound understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum, structured literacy and effective mathematics teaching practices.
Strong classroom management skills and value positive relationships and PB4L.
Enjoy being part of a close-knit rural community and are happy to muck in with all aspects of school life.
Bring enthusiasm, fresh ideas and a great sense of humour!

Responsibilities

Teach literacy and numeracy collaboratively for 4 mornings with the teaching principal.
Teach independently for 1 afternoon to provide principal release.
Contribute to a small, supportive team and school life in a rural setting.