Classroom Teacher

Waiau Pa School; Waiau Pa; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Waiau Pā School in the semi-rural Waiau Pā community is seeking an enthusiastic teacher for our U5 full primary environment. Year level is negotiable based on your strengths, and you will join a supportive, collaborative staff focused on relationships, belonging and excellent learning.

We are committed to Structured Literacy approaches and a modern English and mathematics curriculum. Beginning teachers are very welcome; we provide quality PLD, a positive team culture, and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• Builds strong, positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and colleagues.
• Is passionate about creating engaging and purposeful learning.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Has knowledge of Structured Literacy practices and is familiar, or keen to develop their understanding of with the new English and mathematics curriculum.
• Lives our rich values – respect, inclusion, care and honesty.
• Beginning teachers are very welcome to apply. We provide a supportive environment, quality PLD and plenty of opportunities to grow your practice.

Skills

Relationship building

Structured Literacy

Collaborative teamwork

Curriculum knowledge

Belonging & inclusion

Job description

Are you a passionate teacher looking for a school where relationships, belonging and great learning really matter? Come and grow with us at Waiau Pā School!

Set in the beautiful semi-rural community of Waiau Pā, our vibrant U5 full primary school is just 20 minutes from Pukekohe and Waiuku and around 30–40 minutes from Auckland CBD.

We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher confident to join our supportive and collaborative team. Year level is negotiable dependent on the skill set of the successful candidate.

We are looking for someone who:

• Builds strong, positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and colleagues.
• Is passionate about creating engaging and purposeful learning.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Has knowledge of Structured Literacy practices and is familiar, or keen to develop their understanding of with the new English and mathematics curriculum.
• Lives our rich values – respect, inclusion, care and honesty.
• Beginning teachers are very welcome to apply. We provide a supportive environment, quality PLD and plenty of opportunities to grow your practice.

What makes Waiau Pā special?

We are a school with strong roots and a growing future. We value relationships, celebrate our community and work hard to create a place where tamariki and staff feel they belong.

If you are enthusiastic, caring and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.