Employment Opportunities

Dear Applicant. I am delighted that you are considering a position at Jireh Christian School. Jireh Christian School is a state integrated co-educational full primary school situated in Avondale. We are a Christ centred, multicultural community of learning where each child is viewed as being unique with particular giftings, finding expression and significance in community. Our highly valued student outcomes are; to be Christ centred, confident, connected, contributing and continually learning. Committed staff nurture students to reach their full potential in order to use their giftings in service of others and to glorify God. The curriculum is developed with a Biblical world view and encourages students to thinking critically and look for solutions to problems based on Biblical principles. The learning programmes are designed to give students a rich variety of experiences so that they may develop a lifelong love of learning and become confident, change agents equipped to be independent, innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are able to communicate their learning succinctly in a variety of ways. Parent, student and teacher partnerships are one of our foundation stones. All people are valued as image bearers of God and have the capacity to contribute meaningfully. High levels of trust are encouraged. We take responsibility for our actions and are not afraid to take risks which lead to greater learning, showing resilience and perseverance. We value our environment and endeavour to be good stewards of it. We are open to new learning and are reflective about all we do. If you feel that this learning community is a place where you will find success and be reciprocally happy and able to contribute significantly please feel free to contact me or complete and email the appropriate application pack to communications@jireh.school.nz.

Available Positions

Primary and Intermediate (Years 1-8) / Kura Tuatahi – Certificated Teacher (Tagged)

Jireh Christian School is a Year 1–8, state-integrated Christian school seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher to join our team from Term 1 2027. We are looking for someone committed to best practice, who can create an engaging learning environment and support students to achieve their full potential.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a willingness and ability to participate in religious instruction and uphold the special character of our school.

We are a supportive, collaborative and future-focused school with high expectations for teaching and learning. We value strong relationships with our staff, students and whānau and are committed to working together to provide an excellent education within a Christ-centred environment.

Applicants must have knowledge and experience of the New Zealand Curriculum and structured literacy. All applicants must complete a Jireh Christian School teaching application form below.

Candidates who are registered with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand and currently living in New Zealand are preferred.

IN GENERAL: All the usual requirements are applicable: Teachers must be registered, competent in the use of the English language, and aligned with our Special Character. Support staff and Relief Teachers must also be aligned with our Special Character.

Please send your cover letter, CV and completed Application (as per attachments below), to:

Vicki Nabete, Principal

63 St Georges Rd, Avondale, Auckland

communications@jireh.school.nz

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