Classroom Teacher

Milford School (Auckland); Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford School (Auckland) in Auckland invites applications for a passionate teacher for 2027. This full-time role is a fixed-term position while a permanent team member is on extended leave, starting on 28 January 2027 and ending 17 December 2027.

The school serves a vibrant community from Years 1–6, focusing on inquiry learning within the IB PYP framework. We value professional, adaptable, and collaborative educators with strong communication and a good sense of humour.

Qualifications

• Professional, adaptable, and innovative teaching style.
• Excellent communication skills and a sense of humour.
• A solutions-focussed and collaborative approach.
• Forward-thinking teaching practice.
• Knowledge of IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) or inquiry learning experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Teach across the IB Primary Years Programme for Years 1–6.
• Join a well-established, engaging learning community and contribute to a collaborative team.
• Start date 28 January 2027, with a fixed-term arrangement until 17 December 2027.

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 17/12/2027 (Permanent Teacher Taking Extended Leave)

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

Based on the shores of Lake Pupuke, we are a well-established IB PYP primary school with 580+ pupils from Years 1 to 6 and an enthusiastic and dedicated staff.

The opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic teacher to join our kura for the 2027 school year, whilst a permanent member of the team is on extended leave.

What we are looking for

• Professional, adaptable, and innovative teaching style
• Excellent communication skills and a sense of humour
• A solutions-focussed and collaborative approach
• Forward-thinking teaching practice
• Knowledge of IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) or inquiry learning experience is an advantage

This is an opportunity tomake a genuine impact in a highly engaged learning community, where you can contribute positively to a friendly, collegial, and successful team.

Physical address:

34 Shakespeare Road, Milford, Auckland

Postal Address:

34 Shakespeare Road, Milford, North Shore City, 620