Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 14/07/2025, End Date: 12/12/2025 (To cover the remaining 6 months of a 12 month fixed-term role (due to a change in staff))
Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Ellesmere College – Te Kāreti o Waihora is an innovative and forward-thinking coeducational Y7–13 school located in Leeston, approximately 30 minutes south of Christchurch. We welcome a diverse range of ākonga and staff with culturally responsive and sustaining practice at the heart of what we do.
About you
We are seeking an energetic and innovative teacher of junior ako who is passionate about working with young people and can develop strong, mana-enhancing relationships with ākonga, whānau and kaiako. We are looking for a team player (as teachers co-teach in the junior school) who is unafraid of taking risks. You will need to be flexible, have a growth mindset and be committed to providing rich authentic learning contexts in an integrated way across curriculum areas. We strongly encourage applicants to read about our learning design on our website and/or visit our kura.
Please note:
* Start date is Monday 14 July or by mutual agreement
* Applicants must be registered with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand (or have this process in progress)
* Applicants must complete the job application form
* Overseas applicants must have completed NZQA Qualifications Assessment and be eligible for a working visa.
* Ongoing professional learning, development and opportunities
* Supportive, welcoming (and social) staff
* Located in a growing rural township within an increasingly diverse community.
How to apply
Please apply online at www.ellesmere.school.nz by completing our application form and attaching your CV, covering letter and direct enquiries to:
Physical address:
Leeston Dunsandel Road, Leeston
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