Teacher of Science, Mathematics and Ako

Full time, Fixed term,

Start Date:

02/03/2026, End Date: 11/12/2026 (Unexpected increase in enrolments.)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

• This position is for a fixed term ending on Friday 11 th December, 2026. The reason for the fixed-term nature of this role is due to unforeseen significant roll growth occurring at the start of the 2026 academic year. This has created a temporary staffing requirement in excess of the school's current Ministry of Education guaranteed staffing entitlement.
• Dynamic & 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 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.

Additionally you will be:

• Trained and qualified teacher, with current NZ Teacher Registration.
• Able to work as part of an effective team.
• Knowledgeable and understanding 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.
• Ongoing professional learning, development and opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative and passionate staff.
• Located in a growing rural township within an increasingly diverse community.

Please apply online via our website by completing our application form and attaching your CV and covering letter. Direct enquiries to:

Physical address: Leeston Dunsandel Road, Leeston