Teacher

Colville School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive rural school in Waikato is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated teacher for primary and intermediate students. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, excellent curriculum knowledge, and effective classroom management skills. The school fosters a supportive environment for professional development and community engagement. If you're passionate about teaching and lifelong learning, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to equity and inclusion through Universal Design for Learning.
• Deep understanding of pedagogy and effective assessment practices.
• Proven experience of using assessment data to plan for learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach in primary and intermediate classrooms.
• Provide ongoing professional development and teacher inquiry.
• Build trusting relationships with students and the community.

Skills

Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Equity and inclusion

Excellent curriculum knowledge in Literacy and Numeracy

Effective communication skills

Effective classroom management

Passion for teaching

Education

Teaching certification

Job description

Overview

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

This is an exciting opportunity to teach at a well resourced school in a stunning rural setting.

At Colville School we strive for everyone to have the highest quality of learning experiences. We provide an environment that encourages independence and curiosity. Our local curriculum is designed to grow a strong connection to our environment, fostering a positive outlook to be motivated, life-long learners. We are a Garden to Table, PB4L and Pause, Breathe Smile School.

The Colville staff are a committed and collaborative team. The successful candidate would have the opportunity to grow their skills and curriculum knowledge through ongoing professional development. If you are a skilled practitioner with a passion for learning then you could be the candidate we are looking for. The days, times and teaching focus would be negotiated with the successful candidate depending on their availability and experience.

Our students are curious and energetic. We have an experienced staff and Board of Trustees who encourage and support focused professional development.

We are seeking a dynamic, reflective and self-motivated teacher who has:

• A deep respect and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnership in their professional practice
• A strong commitment to equity and inclusion through Universal Design for Learning
• Excellent NZ Curriculum knowledge in Literacy and Numeracy
• Training in Structured Literacy learning
• A deep understanding of pedagogy and effective assessment practices
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and teacher inquiry
• Proven experience of using assessment data to plan for learning
• Effective communication skills to build trusting relationships with students, parents and staff
• Effective classroom management skills to keep the focus on learning through Positive Behaviour for Learning
• A lifelong love of learning and passion for teaching
• A sense of humour and commitment to becoming an active part of a strong team and a close community

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: