ESOL Teacher for Junior Secondary Students

Bethlehem College is a non-denominational, co-educational Christian College (Year 1 -13). Staff enjoy excellent modern resources and fine facilities. The College’s emphasis is on applying biblical principles to all aspects of school curriculum and life. An undertaking to commit to the College's Special Character is a condition of all appointments. Bethlehem College has established a reputation for providing quality all round Christian education. Christian thought and practice is integrated across the curriculum, which is broad based and includes excellence in academics, sports, the performing arts and the shaping of moral leadership and service. A one-year fixed term position to provide literacy and pastoral support to Year 7, 8 and 9 second language students. This role is up to 0.6 FTTE. Focus on targeted support, in and out of class (exact details to be determined). Likely to be half withdrawal ESOL classes and half in class support. Competent ESOL teaching practice tailored to literacy needs of emerging bilingual students, build strong supportive pastoral relationships with students to foster confidence and well-being, responsive and adaptive to variety of classroom and learning contexts, and ability to develop strong collegial partnerships with mainstream teachers across the middle school, as well as agents and families of students. Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith and a willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the special character of Bethlehem College shall be a condition of appointment, as provided for in the school’s Integration Agreement and Schedule 6, Clause 47 of the Education and Training Act 2020. Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration. Position commences: Term 1, 2027