Year 7–8 Intermediate Teacher

St Joseph's School (Papanui); Canterbury; On-site; NZD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's School (Papanui) seeks a certificated teacher to join our Year 7–8 Intermediate Team in Christchurch. The role emphasizes structured literacy and mathematics, with confidence in integrating digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning.

We value collaboration, a commitment to student development, and a willingness to participate in religious instruction aligned with the school's Special Character.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and skills in structured literacy and mathematics.
• Confident in integrating digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• Commitment to working in a collaborative team environment.
• Passion for Year 7–8 students and supporting their academic and personal development.
• Experience or knowledge in Science, Social Sciences or Technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Join the Year 7–8 Intermediate Team and contribute to student achievement.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to strengthen teaching practice.
• Create engaging learning experiences for students.

Skills

Structured literacy

Mathematics

Digital technologies

Collaborative work

Year 7–8 focus

Student development

Education

Teaching qualification (Certificated teacher)

Job description

St Joseph's School (Papanui) – Christchurch, South Island

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

Suitable for beginning teachers

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher to join our Year 7–8 Intermediate Team at St Joseph’s School.

The successful applicant will be part of a collaborative and supportive team committed to improving student achievement, strengthening teacher practice and providing engaging learning experiences for our students.

We are looking for a teacher with:

• Strong, current knowledge and skills in structured literacy and mathematics.
• Confidence in integrating digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• A desire and commitment to work in a collaborative team environment.
• A passion for working with Year 7–8 students and supporting their academic, social and personal development.
• Specialist knowledge or experience in Science, Social Sciences or Technology would be an advantage.

The position commences Term 1 2027.

A willingness and ability to participate in religious instruction appropriate to the Special Character of the school is a condition of appointment.