Innovative Primary Teacher — Permanent, Growth & Outdoor Learning

Waipu School; Northland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative staff environment

Coastal Northland living

Job summary

Waipu School in Northland is seeking a permanent Scale A teacher to join our dedicated team. You will deliver high-quality teaching aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum and foster student wellbeing, agency, and inclusive practice.

The successful applicant will be a registered NZ teacher with a strong commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy (Te Tiriti o Waitangi) and engage with Te Tai Tokerau contexts and outdoor learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ Registered Teacher status and be registered to teach in NZ.
• Strong understanding of the NZ Curriculum and culturally responsive practice (Te Tiriti o Waitangi).
• Ability to foster student wellbeing and agency.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom teaching with effective behaviour management.
• Build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Integrate local Te Tai Tokerau context and outdoor learning opportunities.

Skills

Classroom management

Relationship building

Structured literacy

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Growth mindset

Education

NZ Registered Teacher

Job description

Waipu School in Northland is seeking a permanent Scale A teacher to join our dedicated team. You will deliver high-quality teaching aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum and foster student wellbeing, agency, and inclusive practice.

The successful applicant will be a registered NZ teacher with a strong commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy (Te Tiriti o Waitangi) and engage with Te Tai Tokerau contexts and outdoor learning opportunities.