Scale A Kaiako -teacher Y1-2

St Joseph's School (Levin); Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Manawatū-Whanganui is seeking a passionate and certified teacher for Years 1-2. This full-time, permanent position emphasizes child-centred learning and cultural responsiveness. Teachers interested in making a positive impact in the classroom with a focus on interpersonal relationships and digital technology are encouraged to apply. Participation in religious instruction appropriate to the school's values is required.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching primary and intermediate levels (Years 1–8).
• Familiarity with the Tō Tātou Whakapono - Our Faith Curriculum.
• Ability to implement trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full-time junior classroom with a focus on child-centred learning.
• Engage in cultural capabilities and collaborative teaching methods.
• Participate in religious instruction as per school values.

Skills

Child-centred teaching

Cultural responsiveness

Interpersonal skills

Digital technology

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Overview

St Joseph's School (Levin), Manawatu/Whanganui. Scale A Kaiako - teacher Y1-2. Full time, Permanent. Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher.

• Subjects: English
• Health and physical education
• Learning languages
• Mathematics and statistics
• Science
• Social sciences
• Technology
• Te reo Māori
• The arts

Responsibilities

• Full-time, child-centred, junior classroom teaching and future-focused learning and assessment.
• Cultural capabilities, Te Reo Māori, trauma-informed practice, interpersonal skills and digital technology (DT) will be assets.
• Be culturally responsive, solution-focused and collaborative.
• Familiarity with teaching from the Tō Tātou Whakapono - Our Faith Curriculum will be beneficial.
• If you are a passionate classroom practitioner with a life-giving approach to relationships with ALL people, then this is the job for you!

Conditions

A willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the school’s special character will be a condition of appointment.

How to apply

Please email the Principal with a cover letter and your CV (including referee details).