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Year 1-3 Classroom Teacher (2 Positions)

Lincoln Primary School · Canterbury

Full-timeFixed-term (28 Jan to 17 Dec 2027)Suitable for beginning teachers

About the role

We are seeking two enthusiastic, motivated, experienced classroom teachers who have experience in junior school (Years 1-3) teaching. These positions are fixed terms position that will commence Term 1 2027.

The ideal candidates will be New Zealand registered teachers with a strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum, particularly in designing engaging, high-interest learning for junior primary students.

Te Kura o Tauhinu | Lincoln Primary is a large and growing school situated in the Selwyn District, 20 minutes from Christchurch. With a projected roll of over 850 students, we are a Primary Years Programme (PYP) Candidate School with a clear focus on developing global citizens through inquiry, reflection, and cultural responsiveness.

We seek teachers who:

  • Demonstrate excellence in classroom practice
  • Foster strong, positive relationships with ākonga, colleagues, and whānau
  • Embrace collaborative planning and inquiry-based learning
  • Are reflective, adaptable, and committed to ongoing professional growth

We offer:

  • A supportive and collegial staff culture
  • Ongoing professional development linked to the IB PYP journey
  • Opportunities to contribute to the growth and direction of a dynamic kura

More about the role

  • LPS Application Pack November 2026 · PDF, 803 KBLPS Application Pack November 2026 (LPS Application Pack November 2026.pdf)OpenDownload
  • Application-Form-2026-1-v3 · PDF, 150 KBApplication-Form-2026-1-v3 (Application-Form-2026-1-v3.pdf)OpenDownload

Job description or information pack online

Direct enquiries to:

Chris Nord, Principal

How to apply

Email your CV and cover letter to: [email protected]

Reference 1HB1Qj

Role details

Role
Classroom teacher
Sector
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi
Position
Full-time, fixed-term
Dates
28 January 2027 to 17 December 2027
Reason for fixed-term position
Special Projects
Incentives and allowances
None listed
Learning areas
English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Region
Canterbury

About Lincoln Primary School

130 North Belt

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Reference 1HB1Qj · https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HB1Qj