0.8 FTTE Classroom Teacher: Phase 1 (Year 0-3)

Waikino School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Waikino School, a small rural kura, is seeking a 0.8 FTE Year 0–3 classroom teacher for Phase 1. The role involves four days per week starting January 28, 2027, working with the Deputy Principal to deliver quality teaching and learning in a supportive junior environment.

We value structured literacy and maths, outdoor learning, play-based approaches, and strong relationships with students, whānau and the wider community.

Qualifications

• Holds a current NZ teaching qualification.
• Experience or a genuine passion for teaching in the junior school years.
• Can cater for children with diverse learning needs to help them achieve their full potential.
• Is confident delivering structured literacy and mathematics programmes.
• Works collaboratively as part of a supportive teaching team.
• Embraces outdoor learning and place-based education.
• Values play-based learning.
• Is committed to building strong relationships with students, whānau and the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Phase 1 teaching for Years 0–3 four days per week.
• Collaborate with Deputy Principal and Phase 1 team to plan and deliver quality learning.
• Engage in outdoor learning and place-based education as part of everyday practice.

Skills

NZ teaching qualification

Junior years experience

Structured literacy

Mathematics instruction

Collaborative teaching

Outdoor learning

Education

NZ teaching qualification

Job description

0.8 FTTE Classroom Teacher: Phase 1 (Year 0-3)

Part time, Permanent, FTTE up to: 0.8

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Waikino School is a small, vibrant rural kura nestled in the Karangahake Gorge between Paeroa and Waihi. Surrounded by native bush, rivers, walking tracks and rich local history, our school is at the heart of a welcoming and supportive community.

Our curriculum embraces kaitiakitanga and hands-on experiential learning alongside a strong commitment to structured literacy and mathematics.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed classroom teacher to join our Phase 1 team, working four days per week within our Year 0–3 programme, starting January 28, 2027.

You will work alongside our Deputy Principal in a collaborative junior teaching environment, delivering quality teaching and learning for Phase 1 tamariki.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a current NZ teaching qualification
• Has experience or a genuine passion for teaching in the junior school years
• Can cater for children with diverse learning needs to help them achieve their full potential
• Is confident delivering structured literacy and mathematics programmes
• Works collaboratively as part of a supportive teaching team
• Embraces outdoor learning and place-based education
• Values play-based learning
• Is committed to building strong relationships with students, whānau and the wider school community

What we offer:

• A supportive, collaborative team under new leadership
• Ongoing professional development including structured literacy and maths PLD
• A beautiful environment where the bush, river, and gardens are part of everyday learning