Additional Teacher

Job Overview

This fixed-term role involves working as an Additional Teacher based in Papamoa, providing 8 hours of work per week which includes 5 contact hours and 3 hours dedicated to planning and reporting. The position is active only during the school term.

About the Role

As an Additional Teacher, your key responsibility will be to support an ākonga (student) within their home environment, playing an essential role on a professional team committed to delivering personalized learning programmes tailored to each student's individual needs.

Organization Background

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) stands as New Zealand's largest educational institution, with a student roll reaching approximately 24,000 at any time. Te Kura provides authentic and personalized distance education programmes ranging from early childhood through NCEA Level 3, including options for young adults and adult learners. The organization's vision centers on enabling students to achieve both educational and personal aspirations, empowering them to contribute actively to their communities.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with students, their families (whānau), the teaching staff, and support teams involved in the student's learning journey. Enthusiasm and energy to engage with students are highly valued. Organizational skills, adaptability, and basic proficiency with computers are also important.

Additional Information

• The role is limited to school term times.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work or reside in New Zealand.
• Current New Zealand Teachers Registration is mandatory.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the official careers portal by the specified closing date. Further inquiries can be addressed via the provided contact email.