Literacy Teacher - Secondary/Middle High School - Green School New Zealand
Green School New Zealand, New Zealand
Job Description
Job description
As a member of a motivated teaching team, the ideal teacher will perform
multiple duties related to supporting and promoting the academic, social,
and emotional development of all Middle amp; High School learners (mainly Years 7-13).
The teacher is responsible for designing and implementing creative planning
documentation, maintaining a positive learning environment, actively participating
in their learning neighbourhood, and sharing in the duties of daily school operations.
This is a full-time (min 40 hours) and permanent position, based in Oakura,
Taranaki, New Zealand. Starting date Jan.2023
(We are open to this role could be split into a 0.50 FTE role for two candidates.)
Key areas of responsibility
Design and implement creative, thematic, and proficiency-based units of learning curriculum that adhere to the principles of Green School, so the lessons are accessible to all students.
Write term units following the Green School Unit planning process that incorporate REALteaching principles, Green School Skills, and Green School values
Give continuous specific, timely feedback to learners and their whanau, including written reports and conferencing
Collaborate to provide individualised, differentiated, and personalised support as needed, mentoring and guiding all learners to achieve an effective learning experience.
Collaborating with the Learning Neighbourhood team to support the academic, social and emotional needs of learners.
What is in a typical day?
Green School New Zealand teachers are part of a global network of Green Schools
that share a common ethos, values, and vision. Green School New Zealand is an inspiring
example of education for sustainability, preparing today’s students for a changing world.
The school will continue to contribute to the mission statement, ‘Thrive with purpose’.
Green School New Zealand is an independent, privately owned school offering education
for learners from Years 113.
Days will be varied and will reflect our values and approach to teaching and learning.
An emphasis is placed on working collegially with colleagues, learners, parents,
and the Green School New Zealand community.
Address: Green School New Zealand Campus is at 406 Koru Road, Koru, 4374
Job application expiry Wed. 19th October 2022
Requirements
Job Requirements
What are your essential attributes? Adaptability, creativity, integrity, optimism/positive
attitude, cultural sensitivity, and reliability.
This is a full-time position that requires an action-oriented person with the ability to
manage multiple tasks
Strong experience with curriculum development
Excellent in spoken and written English
Holds at least a bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent post-graduate qualifications
Min. 5 years of experience in teaching
Experience working in conceptually based curriculums in which learners co-construct,
and student agency is valued
Basic to advanced understanding of sustainability issues amp; values
Able to work in multiple learning environments, often outside.
Honour the code of Professional Responsibility/Nga Tikanga Matatika
Meet the standards for the Teaching Profession/Nga Paerewa
Soft-skills
We educate for sustainability through community-integrated, entrepreneurial learning,
in a natural environment. Our holistic, learner-guided approach inspires and empowers
us to be green leaders. This is the Green School Way.
Specific skills
The ideal applicant will:
hold a New Zealand teaching certificate
be flexible and adaptive. The role will require a teacher to work across year levels as
required and contribute strongly to the culture of the school
have an outstanding reputation as an educator
be able to demonstrate how their beliefs and approach align to our vision and mission
be able to demonstrate a deep personal passion for a cause or an interest outside of
classroom teaching experience.
have at least a Bachelor of Education or equivalent and 5 years of teaching experience
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Green School New Zealand respects
and encourages diversity and is an equal-opportunity working environment. Green School
holds safeguarding to the highest levels and will conduct rigorous background checks
before hiring any individual. All positions of employment are dependent on
comprehensive criminal and professional background checks.
Benefits
Practice and help invent progressive education with a purpose, while enjoying the