Classroom Teacher

Lepperton School; Lepperton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lepperton School is seeking an experienced classroom teacher for a permanent, full-time Scale A position beginning Term 1, 2027. The role will be negotiated to reflect experience and strengths in literacy, with a strong emphasis on explicit reading and writing instruction.

Applicants must hold NZ teacher registration and a practising certificate, and have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. The successful candidate will contribute to a welcoming, connected school community in Lepperton,

Qualifications

• Strong curriculum and pedagogical knowledge, particularly in reading and writing.
• Experience with Structured Literacy and understanding the Science of Learning.
• Knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum; culturally responsive practice including te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading and writing with explicit instruction and evidence-based strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan for diverse learners and reflect on practice.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and contribute to school culture.
• Build strong relationships with ākonga and whānau and support school-wide initiatives.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Literacy expertise

Team collaboration

Structured Literacy

Education

NZ teacher registration

Practising certificate

NZ residency or work visa

Job description

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

Located in the heart of the Lepperton community in Taranaki, we are a welcoming and collaborative full-primary school with strong connections to our ākonga, whānau and wider community. This is an exciting time to join Lepperton as our school continues to grow, offering rich learning opportunities and a strong sense of belonging for every learner.

We are seeking an experienced, passionate classroom teacher to join our team in a permanent, full-time Scale A position, beginning Term 1, 2027. The year level will be negotiated to reflect the successful candidate’s experience, strengths and interests.

We are particularly looking for a teacher who brings strength in literacy and is confident in the explicit teaching of reading and writing. Training and experience in Structured Literacy approaches is highly desirable.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong curriculum and pedagogical knowledge, particularly in the teaching of reading and writing
• Is trained in, or has experience with, Structured Literacy and understands the Science of Learning
• Has a sound understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum
• Is culturally responsive and values te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori
• Builds strong, positive relationships with ākonga and whānau
• Is collaborative, reflective and committed to ongoing professional learning
• Is willing to adapt, contribute and grow alongside our team

If you are an enthusiastic teacher who wants to make a difference for ākonga and contribute to the next chapter of Lepperton School, we would love to hear from you.

Please state your preferred age level in your application.

Applicants must hold current NZ teacher registration and a practising certificate, and have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.