Classroom teacher, Y1

Cashmere Avenue School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Wellington is looking for a passionate registered teacher for their Year 1 team. The role emphasizes play-based learning, structured literacy, and nurturing young learners. Ideal candidates will foster a sense of belonging and collaborate with colleagues and families. Applications are welcomed from NZ registered teachers with a current practicing certificate.

Qualifications

• Registered teacher status in New Zealand is essential.
• Experience in early childhood education or a passion for working with young learners.
• Ability to create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Year 1 teaching within a play-based learning environment.
• Deliver structured literacy instruction and mathematics mastery experiences.
• Support social and academic development of young learners.

Skills

Nurturing young learners

Structured literacy instruction

Mathematics mastery

Inclusive practices

Education

NZ registered teacher with current practicing certificate

Job description

Overview

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2026, End Date: 27/01/2027 (Roll growth position).

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

Subjects: English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Cashmere Avenue School - ‘Equipping Learners To Explore and Thrive Together’

We are looking for a passionate teacher, who values mahi tahi (we work together to achieve our goals) and whanaungatanga (we connect to belong), to join our Year 1 team. We welcome applications from NZ registered teachers with the ability to nurture our youngest ākonga and equip our learners to explore and thrive together. Play-based learning, structured literacy and a maths mastery approach are part of our everyday learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Year 1 teaching within a play-based learning environment.
• Deliver structured literacy instruction and mathematics mastery experiences.
• Support the social and academic development of ākonga, fostering whanaungatanga and a sense of belonging.
• Collaborate with colleagues and whānau to plan and assess learning.

Qualifications

• NZ registered teacher with current practicing certificate.
• Ability to nurture young learners and create an inclusive, engaging learning environment.
• Experience or capacity to teach the listed subjects and integrate inclusive practices.

How to apply

Please send your cover letter, CV, completed application form, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
110 Cashmere Avenue, Khandallah, Wellington

Postal Address:
110 Cashmere Avenue, Khandallah, Wellington, 6035