Classroom teacher. Tagged position

Wellington S D A School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Wellington is seeking a Classroom Teacher for Years 0-1. The role requires a passionate educator with strong skills in structured literacy and mathematics. Candidates should value collegiality and be willing to participate in religious instruction. The position begins in term 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference in student achievement.
• Willingness to participate in religious instruction for the school’s character.

Responsibilities

• Teach Years 0-1 according to the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Maintain programmes reflecting the school's special character.

Skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of structured literacy

Mathematics teaching skills

Strong collegiality

Education

Teaching qualification and certification

Job description

Overview

Wellington SDA School (Full Primary)

Classroom Teacher (Years 0-1), Full-time.

Tagged position.

The board seeks an enthusiastic Christian teacher who is passionate, well-organised, highly skilled, capable of teaching the New Zealand Curriculum. The successful applicant will be required to have sound knowledge and strengths in structured literacy and mathematics and value strong collegiality with school colleagues.

If you are passionate about making a difference, raising student achievement, and considering yourself a lifelong learner, our vibrant, progressive environment with fantastic students and a supportive community would be the ideal position for you.

A willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the Seventh-day Adventist special character and demonstrate the capabilities to maintain programmes and activities that reflect the school’s special character is a condition of employment.

The position commences term 1, 2026.

How to apply

Please email your CV, and cover letter with 3 nominated references to the School Principal to request a job application. Please state other teaching strengths and experiences to:

Postal Address:
PO Box 51148, Tawa, Wellington, 5249