Ellesmere College Canterbury

Primary trained teacher

About us

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. Our pedagogical approach is based on strong positive relationships which provides contextualised and coherent opportunities for deep learning. Learning design is based on learner voice and agency which allows ākonga to develop skills, knowledge and qualifications. 

About you

We are seeking an experienced and innovative primary trained teacher 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 negotiable
• 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 & be eligible for a working visa.