Year 1-3 Classroom Teacher (2 Positions)

Lincoln Primary School; Lincoln; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive staff culture

Professional development (IB PYP)

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Te Kura o Tauhinu | Lincoln Primary is a large, growing school in the Selwyn District, 20 minutes from Christchurch, with a projected roll of over 850 students. We are seeking two enthusiastic classroom teachers for Years 1–3, on fixed-term contracts commencing Term 1, 2027.

New Zealand registered teachers with a solid understanding of the NZ Curriculum are preferred. The successful applicants will foster positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and colleagues, embrace collaborative planning

Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellence in classroom practice.
• Foster strong, positive relationships with ākonga, colleagues, and whānau.
• Embrace collaborative planning and inquiry-based learning.
• Are reflective, adaptable, and committed to ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Classroom teaching

NZ Curriculum knowledge

Inquiry-based learning

Professional reflection

Education

NZ teaching registration

Job description

We are seeking two enthusiastic, motivated, experienced classroom teachers who have experience in junior school (Years 1-3) teaching. These positions are fixed terms position that will commence Term 1 2027.

The ideal candidates will be New Zealand registered teachers with a strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum, particularly in designing engaging, high-interest learning for junior primary students.

Te Kura o Tauhinu | Lincoln Primary is a large and growing school situated in the Selwyn District, 20 minutes from Christchurch. With a projected roll of over 850 students, we are a Primary Years Programme (PYP) Candidate School with a clear focus on developing global citizens through inquiry, reflection, and cultural responsiveness.

We seek teachers who:

• Demonstrate excellence in classroom practice
• Foster strong, positive relationships with ākonga, colleagues, and whānau
• Embrace collaborative planning and inquiry-based learning
• Are reflective, adaptable, and committed to ongoing professional growth

We offer:

• A supportive and collegial staff culture
• Ongoing professional development linked to the IB PYP journey
• Opportunities to contribute to the growth and direction of a dynamic kura