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Teacher of Science (state supporting subjects)

Ellesmere College

Full-time, PermanentSecondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura

Listed Not specified · Closes 4 Nov 2026

About the role

Commencing start 28 January 2027 Full-time, Permanent Dynamic and creative learning environment Ellesmere College -Te Kāreti o Waihora is a co-educational school, grounded in family values and a community focus, offering students from Year 7 to Year 13 an exceptional education. We are seeking an energetic and innovative teacher of Science 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 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. Role requirements: Trained and qualified teacher, with current NZ Teacher Registration. Able to work as part of an effective team. Knowledge and understanding Phase 3 & 4 of the New Zealand Curriculum. Have good interpersonal and communication skills. Able to motivate and enthuse young people to learn. Able and willing to contribute to the wider life of the school outside the classroom. Able and willing to teach across all year levels. What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou Ongoing professional learning, development and opportunities. Supportive, collaborative and passionate staff. Located in a growing rural township within an increasingly diverse community. We warmly welcome and encourage potential applicants to visit our school. Please contact us to arrange a tour. How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono Complete a Teacher Application form (available on our website: www.ellesmere.school.nz) Email your completed application form, along with your cover letter and your CV, and any other supporting documents to the Principal’s Assistant: recruitment@ellesmere.school.nz.

Learning-area tags: Science

How to apply

Katrina Ferguson Phone03 324 3369 Emailrecruitment@ellesmere.school.nz

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School details

Address
Leeston Dunsandel Road, Leeston