Teacher / Kaiako - Phase 1 or Phase 2

Whītau School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Whītau School in Linwood invites a dynamic kaiako to join our teaching team for a fixed-term period from 27 January 2027 to 26 January 2028. You will teach at primary/intermediate level (Years 1–8) as a certificated teacher, delivering literacy and numeracy, and weaving te reo Māori, The arts, science, and technology into engaging learning.

You will foster a stimulating, inclusive classroom, collaborate with colleagues, use assessment data to guide practice, and participate in professional

Qualifications

• Must hold a certificated teaching qualification.
• Experience delivering literacy and numeracy programmes preferred.
• Commitment to child-centred learning and holistic wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment for Years 1–8.
• Use assessment data to guide teaching and target next steps.
• Engage in reflective practice and ongoing Professional Learning Development.

Skills

Relational teaching

Child-centred learning

Literacy pedagogy

Numeracy pedagogy

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2027, End Date: 26/01/2028 (Special project)

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

At Whītau School, "Learning to go places" is at the heart of everything we do.

We are a vibrant Linwood school community where our tamariki and staff live our core values every day: Be a Learner (Whakaako), Be Responsible (Whakahaere), and Be Respectful (Whakaute).

We are looking for a dynamic and relational kaiako / teacher to be part of our awesome teaching team. You will foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment where our ākonga can flourish. You will have a deep commitment to child-centred learning, strong pedagogical practice in literacy and numeracy, and a dedication to supporting the holistic well-being (hauora) of all ākonga.

At Whītau School, teachers work as a community of learners and learn from each other as well as generously sharing our knowledge and skills. You will demonstrate reflective practice through critical questioning, use assessment data to guide your teaching, access professional readings, apply self review practices, and actively participate in professional learning development.

You will have a positive attitude, strong organisational skills, healthy work-life balance, and a good sense of humour, whilebringing a sense of fun, energy, and joy to our school, understanding that balancing well-being and work is an essential part of a healthy life.

Browse our website to find out more about our school and community. We look forward to receiving your application.