About the school and teaching position:

Prospero Teaching are working with a lovely rural one form entry Primary School located in Manawatu, New Zealand. The school is located within an hour from Lake Taupo and also a stone’s throw from Mt Ruapehu for skiing.

There is a strong community ethos within the school and where teachers, support staff and school leaders have added expertise in working alongside colleagues to improve provision and outcomes for pupils.

This is a board funded additional staff member role, so this is a great opportunity for a beginning teacher looking to kick start their career potentially team teaching with another teacher. This is also a great opportunity for an experienced teacher to take on a leadership role. The Principal is open to applications from both beginning teachers and experienced teachers.

The School can offer you:

  • Friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic pupils.
  • A dedicated and motivated staff team who strongly believe in team work and building positive relationships across the school.
  • An experienced leadership team
  • Exciting opportunities within their vibrant and multicultural community.
  • A high focus on care, guidance and support for all staff members.
  • Access to high quality professional development opportunities

In return, the school is looking for someone who:

  • Is dedicated and driven towards improving outcomes for every child.
  • Is a strong, reflective classroom practitioner who is passionate about teaching and lifelong learning.
  • Is excited about learning and teaching and is committed to all elements of school life.
  • Is passionate around raising standards for all groups of pupils.

To be considered you must:

  • Be eligible to work in New Zealand
  • Be able to provide at least two different teaching or practicum references covering the last 2 years
  • Be able to commit to a January 30th start date
  • Be willing to undertake a skype based interview (if based outside of New Zealand)
  • Have high expectations and a commitment to best practice

Relocation Support:

– Overseas trained teachers and Returning NZ teachers may be eligible for the Overseas Relocation Grant. Please see this link for more information: https://www.teachnz.govt.nz/assets/Uploads/Teaching-in-NZ/Teacher-Supply/ORG-Application-Guide.pdf

To apply for this job email your details to nz@prosperoteaching.co.nz