Rolleston College Canterbury

Teacher of social science and/or English

We are currently seeking applications for a highly motivated teacher of social science and/or English, full-time, fixed term position from 22 July to 27 September 2024.

Applicants will need to be NZ registered, have a learner-centred focus and be excited about working in a collaborative, flexible and responsive learning environment. Please state all supporting subjects on your application.  Primary trained teachers are welcome to apply.

Developing self, building communities and transforming futures through the Rolleston Spirit, is at the heart of everything we do at our college. As a teacher you will be passionate about both academic and personal success, be able to cultivate a learning community and have a desire to provide a genuine learner-centred education. 

At Rolleston College, we work to provide contextual learning opportunities that provide our learners with choice and agency, while still gaining the necessary skills, knowledge and qualifications. We believe in the concept of AKO and that we are all learners. Collaborative practice is fundamental to our curriculum and philosophy as educators. 

As a restorative practice school we believe strongly in building and enhancing positive professional relationships with our learners. All teachers are expected to be involved in our whānau system and are active in providing mentoring and academic counselling to students in a warm and demanding way.