Scale A Teacher

Tasman School; Nelson; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tasman School in Nelson is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to join our supportive team for 2027. This rural full primary school (Years 0–8) values positive relationships, collaboration, and evidence-informed teaching to help every learner thrive.

The role focuses on our new entrant/Year 1 classroom, supporting our youngest learners as they begin their school journey. Beginning teachers are welcome to apply; NZ Teaching Council registration is required.

Qualifications

• Registered NZ teacher with current practising certificate or eligible
• Experience teaching NZ curriculum, Phase 1 literacy and early maths
• Ability to build positive, inclusive learning environments

Responsibilities

• Build warm, positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
• Apply Phase 1 NZ Curriculum understanding to support young learners
• Balance explicit teaching with developmentally appropriate activities
• Use assessment to identify strengths and guide progress
• Strengthen partnerships with whānau and early childhood providers for smooth transitions
• Contribute to a welcoming, engaging school culture

Skills

Relationship building

Literacy teaching

Maths teaching

Assessment for learning

Collaborative teaching

Education

NZ teaching registration

Practising certificate

Job description

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About the role

Tasman School is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and caring teacher to join our supportive team in 2027.

We are a welcoming rural full primary school (Years 0 to 8), with wonderful tamariki, a committed staff and a strong sense of community. We value positive relationships, collaboration, evidence-informed teaching and creating an environment where every learner can thrive.

This position will be based in our new entrant/Year 1 classroom, supporting our youngest learners as they begin their school journey.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• builds warm, positive relationships with tamariki, colleagues and whānau
• understands the developmental needs of young learners and creates a welcoming, engaging and inclusive classroom environment
• has a sound understanding of Phase 1 of the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum, particularly structured literacy and effective early mathematics teaching
• balances explicit teaching with purposeful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• uses assessment effectively to recognise individual strengths, respond to learning needs and support progress
• values strong partnerships with whānau and early childhood providers to support a positive transition into school
• brings enthusiasm, creativity and a collaborative approach to school life.

We are particularly interested in applicants with experience teaching new entrant and Year 1 students within the New Zealand education system. Experience contributing to transition-to-school programmes would also be an advantage.

Beginning teachers are welcome to apply.

Applicants must hold New Zealand Teaching Council registration and a current practising certificate, or be eligible to obtain these.

Sector Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi

Position Full-time, Permanent

Learning areas English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts