Scale A teacher - Phase 1 (2 positions)

Elmwood Normal School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in New Zealand is looking for innovative, enthusiastic, and highly effective NZ registered teachers for primary and intermediate levels. Candidates should have a deep understanding of current curriculum pedagogy and a commitment to developing student-led learning. This full-time role offers an opportunity to collaborate in a teaching team. Interested applicants should send their CV and inquiries to the provided address.

Benefits

Normal School Allowance

Qualifications

• Must be an innovative and enthusiastic teacher.
• In-depth knowledge of the NZ curriculum required.
• Willingness to work in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Develop student-led learning.
• Commit to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Reflect on practice to enhance teaching effectiveness.

Skills

Innovative teaching methods

Collaborative teaching

In-depth knowledge of current curriculum pedagogy

Reflective practice

Education

NZ registered teacher

Job description

Overview

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2026, End Date: 15/12/2026 (Board funded and Project Release)

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher. Normal School Allowance

Subjects

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

Role and Qualities

We are looking for innovative, enthusiastic, highly effective NZ registered classroom teachers, who have an in-depth knowledge of current curriculum pedagogy (Phase 1, Y1-3) and a commitment to develop student led learning.

If you’re committed to high quality teaching and learning, are reflective in your practice, and have the willingness and knowledge required to work in a collaborative teaching team, please apply.

How to apply

Please send your application, CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address: Aikmans Road, Merivale, Christchurch

Postal Address: 29 Aikmans Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014