Junior Kaiako

Hikutaia School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hikutaia School in the Waikato region invites applications for a passionate Year 3 and 4 teacher in a welcoming primary setting. The role focuses on building strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues and actively models school values in daily classroom life.

You will teach English, Mathematics and Statistics, plus Te reo Māori, in a supportive team that values inclusion, wellbeing, and continuous professional growth; experience with structured literacy is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Experience or training in structured literacy is highly valued.
• Be reflective, open to learning and contribute ideas and strengths within our kura.
• Commitment to promoting student wellbeing and inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach English, Mathematics and statistics, and Te reo Māori to Year 3–4 students.
• Foster a positive, collaborative classroom culture that aligns with school values.
• Work as part of a supportive rural school team to plan and assess learning.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Relational skills

Structured literacy knowledge

Job description

Primary and intermediate (Years 1-8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Mathematics and statistics, Te reo Māori

Are you an enthusiastic, collaborative educator who thrives in a supportive rural school community?

Hikutaia School is seeking a passionate Year 3 and 4 teacher to join our dedicated team. We are looking for a teacher who is committed to building strong, positive relationships with our tamariki, whānau, and colleagues, and who actively models and integrates our core school values into everyday classroom life.

We are looking for someone who:

• brings energy, enthusiasm, and a positive mindset to the learning environment
• is a team player with excellent communication and relational skills
• has a passion for catering to diverse learning needs and promoting student wellbeing
• experience or training in structured literacy is highly valued
• is reflective, open to learning and willing to contribute their ideas, strengths and passions within our kura.

In return, we offer a welcoming school environment and thriving community, a supportive staff culture, and continuous professional development opportunities to learn and grow.