Classroom release teacher

Te Mahoe School; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dual education school in Bay of Plenty is seeking an enthusiastic teacher for a fixed-term position covering classroom and management release. The ideal candidate will have certified teacher status and a passion for supporting student learning across all subjects. If you are committed to fostering cultural identity, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and dedicated teacher for primary and intermediate levels.
• Role supporting classroom and management release.
• Commitment to Māori and New Zealand Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Cover CRT and management release time.
• Support teaching staff while they plan and lead.

Skills

Enthusiasm for teaching

Commitment to student learning

Education

Certified teacher status

Job description

Overview

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 02/02/2026, End Date: 02/04/2026 (Covering CRT and management release)

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher for a fixed-term role to cover classroom release (CRT) and management release time. This position is a fixed term position, created to support our teaching staff while they are released from their classrooms for planning, leadership tasks, or other professional responsibilities. While this role is fixed-term, there is potential to continue with us on a term-by-term basis.

Subjects

• English
• Health and physical education
• Learning languages
• Mathematics and statistics
• Science
• Social sciences
• Technology
• Te reo Māori
• The arts
• Hauora
• Hangarau
• Ngā Reo
• Ngā Toi
• Te Reo Māori
• Te Reo Pākehā
• Tikanga ā-iwi
• Pāngarau
• Pūtaiao

About us

Te Mahoe School is a dual education school, offering both Māori Medium and New Zealand Curriculum pathways from Y1–8. Our vision is to “Ignite the Fire – Like the Mahoe,” fostering a learning environment that nurtures students’ potential, cultural identity, and future aspirations.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher for a fixed-term role to cover classroom release (CRT) and management release time. This position is temporary, created to support our teaching staff while they are released from their classrooms for planning, leadership tasks, or other professional responsibilities.

“If you are enthusiastic, committed to student learning, and want to be part of our team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now!”

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
842 Galatea Road, Lake Matahina, Whakatane

Postal Address:
842 Galatea Road RD 2, Whakatane, 3192