Classroom Teacher (fixed-term)

Rangiuru School; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rangiuru School in the Bay of Plenty invites applications for a qualified NZ classroom teacher. This full-time fixed-term position runs from 28 January 2027 to 16 December 2027, covering a specific project.

The role supports years 1–8, with Years 7–8 experience preferred. Applicants must hold a current Full NZ practising certificate and have at least five years of successful teaching in NZ schools, plus strong assessment and classroom management.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Full New Zealand practising certificate.
• At least five years of successful teaching experience in New Zealand schools.
• Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Effective assessment practice.
• Excellent classroom management.
• Experience teaching Years 7–8 preferred.
• Leadership opportunity available for experienced applicants (not required).

Responsibilities

• Create positive, well-structured and culturally responsive learning environments where every ākonga is known, challenged and supported to make strong progress.
• Build genuine relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively, show initiative and contribute enthusiastically to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment practice

Collaborative teamwork

Relationship-building

Flexible/adaptable

Education

NZ teaching certificate

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 16/12/2027 (Covering a specific project)

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

We are seeking an experienced NZ classroom teacher to join our friendly and collaborative team.

Applicants must hold a current Full New Zealand practising certificate and have at least five years of successful teaching experience in New Zealand schools. Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum, effective assessment practice and excellent classroom management are essential.

We are looking for teachers who:

• Create positive, well-structured and culturally responsive learning environments where every ākonga is known, challenged and supported to make strong progress.
• Build genuine relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Are skilled, reflective, organised and committed to high-quality teaching.
• Work collaboratively, show initiative and contribute enthusiastically to the wider life of our school.
• Bring energy, flexibility, warmth and a sense of humour to their work.
• Year levels are negotiable and will be determined by the strengths and experience of the successful applicants. We are particularly interested in teachers with proven experience teaching Years 7–8.

A leadership opportunity carrying two units is available for a suitably experienced applicant. This is not a requirement for either position (this one of the permanent listing), and applicants interested in the leadership opportunity are invited to indicate this in their application.

Rangiuru School is a growing rural Year 0–8 school near Te Puke. Our values of Kaitiakitanga, Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga and Ako underpin our approach to learning, relationships and school life. We provide a range of authentic opportunities through Bush Classroom, Garden to Table, sport, kapa haka and learning within our local environment.

This position is not suitable for beginning teachers.

Interested applicants are warmly encouraged to contact us for an informal conversation and a visit to Rangiuru School.