Teacher – Think Big, Teach Boldly, Adventure Beyond the Classroom!

Are you the kind of teacher who sees possibilities where others see boundaries?

Mt Somers Springburn School is looking for a passionate, energetic and adventurous person who happens to be a teacher to join our rural school community in 2027.

Nestled beneath the mountains of mid-Canterbury, we believe some of the best learning happens beyond four classroom walls. And with our own school buses, adventure is never far away!

We're looking for passion, not just experience. Whether you're a beginning teacher bursting with ideas or an experienced educator ready to challenge the norm, we want someone who:

Thinks big – challenges conventional approaches and brings fresh ideas.

Makes adventure happen – creates meaningful, real-world learning experiences.

Develops great humans – values wellbeing, relationships, resilience and character alongside academic achievement.

Has high expectations – delivers quality teaching with strong foundations in literacy and mathematics.

Is a doer, not just a dreamer – takes initiative and makes things happen.

Keeps growing – embraces feedback, professional learning and new challenges.

We're open to teachers across all primary year levels, with placement based on strengths and school needs.

We're not looking for someone to simply fill a classroom. We're looking for someone who will make a difference.

Position: Full-time, fixed-term, 2027 school year.

Essential: NZ teacher registration, current practising certificate and legal right to work in New Zealand.

How to apply

Send us your CV, proof of teacher registration and a cover letter telling us what drives you and how you'd bring adventure and creativity to our school.

Please include 2 professional referees, who will only be contacted if shortlisted and with your permission.