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Hours: Fixed Term, Part-time, 1 day per week (every Thursday), plus additional release days as required throughout the term. Position commences Term 3 or sooner and ceases 17th December 2025. 

About the Role: Tinwald School is a contributing Primary School in the suburb of Tinwald, Ashburton. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Release Teacher to join our New Entrant team. This crucial part-time position is to provide release time for our Deputy Principal, enabling them to fulfil their leadership responsibilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality teaching and learning experiences for our New Entrant students, ensuring a smooth and consistent classroom environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Classroom Teaching: 
• Plan and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate learning programmes for New Entrant students, aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum. 
• Create a positive, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that supports the social, emotional, and academic growth of young learners. 
• Implement effective classroom management strategies. 
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback. 

Deputy Principal Release: 

• Provide consistent and reliable release for the Deputy Principal to undertake their Deputy Principal duties. 
• Provide consistent and reliable release for the Deputy Principal to undertake their Syndicate Leadership responsibilities. 

Collaboration & Communication: 

• Work collaboratively with the New Entrant team and wider school staff. 
• Maintain clear and open communication with the Deputy Principal regarding student progress and classroom matters. 
• Contribute positively to the school culture and community. 

Skills and Attributes: 

• An understanding of early childhood development and effective pedagogy for New Entrant students. 
• Strong classroom management skills with a positive and proactive approach. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with young children, colleagues, and parents. 
• Flexibility and adaptability to cover additional release days as needed. 
• A commitment to fostering a love of learning and providing a safe and inclusive environment. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• A current New Zealand Teacher Registration (Practising Certificate). 
• A Bachelor of Education or equivalent teaching qualification. 
• Proven experience teaching at the New Entrant or junior primary level is highly desirable. 
• Familiarity with the New Zealand Curriculum and current educational best practices. 

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this role to principal@tinwald.school.nz.

Applications close at 3pm, Friday 13 June 2025. 

Please note: All applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.