Scale A Classroom Teachers (3 positions)

Fernworth Primary School; Southland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fernworth Primary School is seeking Scale A Classroom Teachers (3 positions) for full-time fixed-term roles from 28/01/2027 to 27/01/2028. The school values collaboration, professional learning, and flexible, supportive environments.

Applicants should have exposure to Māori and Pacific cultures and be child-centred, with strengths in arts and literacy growth. The roles focus on delivering a rich, resourced learning program across Years 1–8, with robust mentorship and a culture that emphasizes

Qualifications

• Certificated teacher preferred.
• Experience teaching primary/intermediate years 1–8.
• Sensitive to Māori and Pacific cultures.
• Child-centred approach with collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team that values collaborative practices and professional learning.
• Provide mentorship and support to colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative learning programmes aligned to the school curriculum.

Skills

Team collaboration

Arts skills

Literacy support

Extra responsibilities

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Scale A Classroom Teachers (3 positions)

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Covering staff working on project)

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

Seeking achievement-focused teachers with a great sense of humor to join our school team. To reflect our ākoka community, applicants must have had some exposure to, and have an appreciation of Māori and Pacific cultures, and be child centred.

We are looking for teachers who want to work as part of a team that deeply values collaborative work practices, cohesive professional learning, and consistent practice. We pride ourselves on resourcing everything our teachers need to develop innovative learning programmes, backed by a clear school curriculum that supports your day-to-day work alongside robust mentorship and support. Our school community celebrates the rich diversity that all our people bring to our place, and we actively foster a flexible, supportive environment where we work together.

Strengths in the following would be an advantage:

• Offering skills in the Arts
• Confident with LLLL in junior classes
• Experienced and prepared to take on extra responsibilities
• Ability to support growth in teaching practice related to senior primary literacy as required