2 Teachers (Phase 1)

Hamilton East School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton East School in New Zealand seeks a Certificated teacher to guide learning across years 1–8, fostering an inclusive, positive classroom culture. The role emphasizes curriculum knowledge, strong learner relationships, and embedding te reo Māori in daily practice.

Applicants should hold NZ teaching registration and qualification, with a preference for those experienced in literacy and updated maths curricula. Collaboration with families and staff is integral to student success.

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ teacher registration and be eligible to work in NZ.
• Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Ability to build learner-focused relationships.
• Experience with structured literacy and updated mathematics curriculum is an advantage.
• Commitment to weaving te reo Māori into daily practice and reo instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons across a range of subjects for Years 1–8.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment and strong student engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to support student progress.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Relationships and expectations

Literacy and maths

Inclusive practice

Te reo Māori integration

Education

NZ registered teacher

NZ teaching qualification

Job description

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

We are seeking motivated kaiako to play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment where our aakonga can reach their full potential.

Key requirements

We welcome applications from NZ trained and registered teachers who demonstrate:

• Curriculum knowledge: Sound knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum .
• Relationships and expectations: Positive behavioural expectations and the ability to build strong, learner-focused relationships.
• Literacy and maths: Experience with structured literacy and the updated mathematics curriculum (an advantage).
• Inclusive practice: Ability to cater for learners with special needs and English Language Learners (ELL) through inclusive practices.
• Te Ao Maaori and Reo: Commitment to weaving te reo Maaori into daily practice, as well as delivering formal reo instruction.