Teacher (fixed-term)

Tai Tapu School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tai Tapu School in Canterbury invites applications for a Primary and intermediate (Years 1-8) Certificated teacher. This role suits beginning teachers and can be based in the junior or senior school; indicate your preference in the application.

You will join a collaborative staff, build strong relationships with learners and whānau, create inclusive classrooms and deliver high‑quality teaching and learning programmes aligned to our Manaaki, Hononga, Māia and Tipu values.

Qualifications

• Certificated teacher with ability to teach Year 1-8.
• Suitable for beginning teachers.

Responsibilities

• Builds strong and trusting relationships with learners and whānau.
• Creates joyful, engaging and inclusive classrooms.
• Delivers high-quality teaching and learning programmes.
• Values teamwork, collaboration and ongoing professional growth.
• Embodies our school values Manaaki, Hononga, Māia and Tipu.

Skills

Relationship building

Inclusive classrooms

High-quality teaching

Teamwork & collaboration

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Primary and intermediate (Years 1-8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

Suitable for beginning teachers

We have an exciting opportunity for a teacher to join our amazing team in 2027.

This position offers the opportunity to become part of a collaborative and passionate staff and make a lasting difference for our learners.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Builds strong and trusting relationships with learners and their whānau
• Creates joyful, engaging and inclusive classroom environments
• Delivers high-quality teaching and learning programmes
• Values teamwork, collaboration and ongoing professional growth
• Embodies our school values of Manaaki (Respect), Hononga (Connection), Māia (Courage) and Tipu (Growth)
• Shares our vision of “making a difference to self, others, and the environment”

This position is able to be based in either our junior or senior school, please indicate in your application whether you are interested in the junior or senior school position, or would like to be considered for either role.

Amanda Clarkson - Principal
*********@taitapu.school.nz
03 3296 796

Tai Tapu SchoolNZ

Physical address:
1 School Road, Tai Tapu