Classroom teacher

Parkvale School; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A co-educational primary school in Hastings is seeking a qualified teacher to deliver high-quality education for primary students. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong classroom management, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to te reo Māori. Join a supportive team focused on fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment. Applications are to be sent to the principal with relevant documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in primary classrooms.
• Commitment to te reo me ōna tikanga Māori.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching programmes.
• Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Use assessment to guide and adapt teaching.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong classroom management

Ability to engage students

Culturally responsive practices

Education

NZ registered teacher

Job description

Overview

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 02/02/2026, End Date: 15/12/2026 (Cover for 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

About Parkvale School

Parkvale School is a co-educational primary school with strong semi-rural roots, serving our Hastings community. At Parkvale we live by PRIDE: Personal Best, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity, Determination, Enjoyment. We have spacious grounds, well-resourced classrooms, a large swimming pool, and a supportive staff committed to growing confident, connected, creative lifelong learners.

The role

You will:

• Plan and deliver high quality teaching and learning programmes for your class in line with the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum
• Foster a safe, inclusive, engaging classroom where all students are encouraged to achieve their personal best
• Embed and model te reo me ōna tikanga Māori in daily practice and support our cultural journey as a school
• Collaborate with staff to strengthen our values and support whole school initiatives
• Use assessment to guide and adapt teaching, ensuring every student is making progress.

We are looking for someone who

• Is a NZ registered teacher with proven experience in primary classrooms
• Has excellent communication and relationship skills with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues
• Demonstrates commitment to te reo me ōna tikanga Māori and culturally responsive practices
• Shows strong classroom management and student engagement strategies
• Works well in teams and contributes positively to school life outside the classroom.

How to apply

Please email a cover letter, CV, and the names of three referees to the principal, Aaron O’Neill, via the below email address. Please include a short statement explaining how your teaching reflects Parkvale’s values and how you foster student success.

Physical address: 1217 Howard Street, Hastings