Cambridge Primary Year 1–2 Teacher

Totara Point School; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tōtara Point School in New Zealand is seeking a full-time, permanent primary teacher to start in 2027. The Cambridge International Primary School emphasises a Catholic ethos and offers a competitive salary aligned with experience.

As a growing school with an established leadership team, applicants will implement explicit instruction, high expectations, and clear routines to support literacy and numeracy progress.

Qualifications

• NZ teaching registration or eligibility is required.
• Teaching qualification is required.
• Strong classroom practice and behaviour management are essential.
• Experience with Cambridge Primary or similar curriculum is preferred.
• Willingness to work in a low-tech school with structured teaching and reflection.
• Commitment to discipline, structure, character and community.
• Respect for the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Spalding Method experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach a knowledge-rich curriculum with explicit instruction and routines.
• Establish a focused, respectful classroom culture to drive progress.
• Develop positive relationships with students, families and staff.
• Contribute to mentoring and family engagement programs.
• Deliver religious education aligned with the school's Catholic ethos.

Skills

NZ teaching registration

Strong classroom practice

Behaviour management

Cambridge Primary curriculum

Spalding Method experience

Education

Teaching qualification

Tools

Spalding Method

Job description

Tōtara Point School in New Zealand is seeking a full-time, permanent primary teacher to start in 2027. The Cambridge International Primary School emphasises a Catholic ethos and offers a competitive salary aligned with experience.

As a growing school with an established leadership team, applicants will implement explicit instruction, high expectations, and clear routines to support literacy and numeracy progress.