Scale A Teacher (0.3 FTTE) – Principal Release Teacher

Join Our Team at Waikoikoi School – Little School. Big Spirit.

Are you looking for a school where every child is known, every teacher can make a difference and relationships are at the heart of learning?

Waikoikoi School is a small rural Year 1–6 primary school in West Otago. We are proud to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where students are challenged, encouraged and celebrated for who they are. Our small roll allows us to personalise learning, build strong partnerships with whanau and create meaningful learning experiences that help every child succeed.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and motivated teacher to join our team as our 0.3 FTTE Permanent Principal Release Teacher, commencing Monday 12 October 2026 (or by negotiation).

The successful applicant will:

• Build positive relationships with students, whanau and the wider community.

• Enjoy teaching in a multi level classroom.

• Deliver high quality explicit teaching programmes.

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of structured literacy and evidence informed teaching.

• Use assessment effectively to meet the individual needs of learners.

• Contribute to our environmental learning and Enviroschools journey.

• Work collaboratively as part of a small, dedicated team.

Applicants must hold a current New Zealand practising certificate.

If you are passionate about making a genuine difference and would like to become part of a caring rural school community, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please read our Recruitment information to learn more about Waikoikoi School, the position and our application process.

The Google Application Form is embedded within the Recruitment information. Please complete the form and upload your cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and any supporting documentation as part of your application.

Applications close: Friday 21 August 2026 at 5.00 pm

Jacqui Dillon
Principal
Waikoikoi School
principal@waikoikoi.school.nz
03 207 6860

We look forward to hearing from you.