Scale A Teacher Year 0 to 3

St Joseph's School (Temuka); Temuka; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's School in Temuka, South Canterbury, is seeking a passionate fixed-term Scale A teacher to join our supportive Catholic community. You will be a New Zealand registered and certificated teacher, committed to delivering high-quality teaching and fostering a caring, faith-based learning environment.

Join a collaborative team that values professional growth, strong pedagogy, and active participation in school life, including religious observances.

Qualifications

• Must be a New Zealand registered and certificated teacher.
• Respect Catholic special character and participate in school life.
• Strong understanding of English language conventions including pronunciation and phonological awareness.
• Solid understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong pedagogical practices aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Support Catholic character and participate in school life and religious observances.
• Contribute to a collaborative teaching team and engage with enthusiastic learners across the junior years.

Skills

NZ registered teacher

Strong pedagogy

Catholic school values

Education

New Zealand teaching qualification

Job description

St Joseph's School is a vibrant and supportive Catholic primary school located in the heart of Temuka, South Canterbury. We are a faith-based community committed to providing a holistic education where "In God We Learn." Our school fosters a nurturing environment, inspiring lifelong learners who are confident, socially and culturally responsible, and active citizens. We pride ourselves on our strong Catholic character, engaging curriculum, and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities that allow every child to have their day in the sun”.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated fixed-term Scale A teacher to join our committed team.

The successful candidate will:

• be a New Zealand registered and certificated teacher
• staff are expected to recognise and respect the school’s Catholic special character and be actively involved in the total life of the school, in a manner which respects the religious instruction given and religious observances practiced within the school
• require a strong understanding of the English language conventions including clear pronounciation and phonological awareness
• demonstrate strong pedagogical practices and a solid understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum.

We offer:

• a welcoming and supportive school community
• a collaborative and professional teaching team
• opportunities for professional growth and development
• enthusiastic and engaged learners
• a beautiful environment in the thriving Temuka community.

Interview date to be advised.

We look forward to receiving applications from passionate educators who are eager to make a difference in our students' lives.