Y1–2 collaborative teacher

Clarkville Te Kura ki Waimātao; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing primary school in Canterbury is seeking a Y1–2 collaborative teacher to join a supportive team. This full-time, fixed-term role emphasizes strong literacy and inquiry programs, fostering effective relationships with students and whānau. The ideal candidate is a certificated teacher who values collaboration and cultural responsiveness in education.

Qualifications

• Certificated teacher with a current practicing certificate.
• Solid knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high-performing, supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Y1–2 learning space, collaborating with two other teachers to support approximately 55 ākonga.
• Contribute to strong Literacy, Mathematics and Inquiry programmes.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with ākonga and whānau.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Pedagogy understanding

Culturally responsive practice

Collaboration

Education

Certificated teacher with current practising certificate

Job description

Overview

Y1–2 collaborative teacher. Full time, Fixed term. Start Date: 28/01/2026, End Date: 27/01/2027 (covering release for special project).

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

Clarkville te Kura ki Waimā tāo is a high performing, innovative and collaborative school, located a short drive from northern Christchurch and Kaiapoi.

An exciting opportunity exists for a new teacher in our Y1–2 learning space. We are seeking an enthusiastic professional to join our highly collaborative teaching team. You will teach in our Y1–2 learning space, work with two other teachers and approximately 55 ākonga. This could be the perfect opportunity for someone looking for a change and to continue their teaching career at a high performing and supportive kura!

The successful applicant will be able to build effective relationships with ākonga and whānau and model a growth mindset. Your knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment will ensure the best possible outcomes for ākonga in your learning space. We have strong Literacy, Mathematics and Inquiry programmes that ensure our ākonga have the very best learning opportunities and achieve highly.

Clarkville is semi-rural and a wonderful community to be part of. We promote a love of learning through our authentic local curriculum. We are a school that champions effective practice, collaboration, innovation, cultural responsiveness and inquiry learning. Clarkville Te Kura ki Waimātao is a special place - we are proud of our amazing ākonga and fabulous teaching team!

We welcome your application to join our vibrant and amazing school.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Y1–2 learning space, collaborating with two other teachers to support approximately 55 ākonga.
• Contribute to strong Literacy, Mathematics and Inquiry programmes to support high-quality learning opportunities and achievement.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with ākonga and whānau, modelling a growth mindset and culturally responsive practice.
• Participate in school-wide planning and the local curriculum to support authentic, student-centered learning.

Qualifications and expectations

• Certificated teacher with current practising certificate.
• Solid knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high-performing, supportive team.
• Commitment to cultural responsiveness, inquiry learning and ongoing professional growth.

How to apply

Please send your letter of application, CV, application for employment form and any direct enquiries to:

Physical address: 10 Heywards Road, Clarkville, Kaiapoi

Postal Address: 10 Heywards Road RD 2, Kaiapoi, 7692