Scale A teacher – new entrants

St Albans School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in New Zealand is seeking a passionate educator for a fixed-term project role beginning on 27 January 2026. This position focuses on providing exceptional teaching for new entrants and supporting inclusive practices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in early childhood education and a commitment to equity in learning environments. Join a collaborative team dedicated to nurturing young learners and fostering their development.

Qualifications

• Experience with new entrants and transition to school.
• Ability to support diverse learning needs.
• Strong teamwork and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide an inclusive learning environment for new entrants.
• Implement strategies for neurodiverse students.
• Promote shared routines and explicit instruction.

Skills

Expertise in early childhood education

Understanding of neurodiversity

Commitment to equity in education

Ability to implement explicit instruction

Education

Teaching certification

Job description

Overview

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2026, End Date: 16/12/2026 (Special project role)

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

St Albans School | Ōtautahi Christchurch

Are you ready to grow, nurture, and thrive as part of an outstanding team?

St Albans School is on a bold and deliberate journey – a pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning grounded in the science of learning and driven by explicit instruction.

We are seeking a passionate educator to join our Pīwakawaka Team (New Entrants) in 2026. With 26 classrooms, a flourishing Māori Medium pathway, and a deep commitment to inclusive, evidence-based practices, our kura provides exceptional teaching and learning for tamariki at every stage of their journey.

Responsibilities

• Has expertise or strong interest in new entrants / transition to school.
• Understands neurodiversity and uses strategies to ensure all learners feel safe and supported.
• Embraces consistency in teaching to promote equity for all tamariki.
• Values shared routines, scaffolds, and explicit instruction to build firm foundations.
• Is open to unlearning and relearning as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Believes that clarity, structure, and repetition help every learner thrive.

Apply and next steps

If you are an experienced educator ready to give our youngest ākonga the strongest start, and to contribute to something bigger than yourself, then this is the role for you.

Join us – this is the St Albans Way.

To grow, to nurture, to thrive – together.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
17 Sheppard Place, St Albans, Christchurch

Note: This posting is for a fixed-term special project role commencing 27 January 2026 and ending 16 December 2026.