Teacher (Tagged position)

St Joseph's School (Oamaru); Oamaru; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph’s Catholic School in Oamaru invites an exceptional, adaptable teacher to join our collaborative and supportive team as we transition to a brand-new school. You will contribute to our shared vision and culture while engaging in all aspects of school life, including camps, sports and liturgies.

We seek a passionate educator with strong NZ Curriculum knowledge, willingness to teach the Cambridge curriculum where needed, and a joyful, energetic approach that fosters positive relationships

Qualifications

• Registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand is required.
• Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum and ability to adapt to Cambridge curriculum.
• Willingness to participate in all aspects of school life, including camps, sports, liturgies.
• Adaptable, energetic, and capable of building caring relationships with students, whānau and staff.
• Must be a person acceptable to the Proprietor and able to participate in religious instruction.

Skills

Teaching Council registration

NZ Curriculum knowledge

Cambridge curriculum

Learner-centered teaching

Team player

Adaptability

Relationship building

Job description

St Joseph’s Catholic School in Oamaru is a school of change. We are looking for an exceptional, adaptable teacher to join our collaborative and supportive team. We have a new vision for our school and, next year, we will move into our brand-new school. It is an exciting time to join us.

Key requirements

• Registration – applicants must be fully registered with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Curriculum expertise – strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum and sound pedagogical practice, with a willingness to adapt to teaching the Cambridge curriculum and a commitment to learner-centred, innovative teaching.
• Team player – Ability to work closely with colleagues and be prepared to take part in all aspects of school life, including camps, sports, cultural events and liturgies.
• Adaptability – we are a school in a period of change, so we need someone who is flexible, open to new ideas and excited by the possibilities ahead.
• Personal qualities – a happy, positive disposition, high energy, and the ability to build strong, caring relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.

A willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the Catholic special character of the school shall be a condition of appointment. Any person being considered for this position must be a person who, in the opinion of the Proprietor, is acceptable.

At St Joseph’s, we pride ourselves on nurturing both academic excellence and spiritual growth within a welcoming, culturally rich environment. If you are ready to inspire young minds, help shape a new chapter for our school and live out our shared faith and values, we would love to hear from you.