Junior teacher

Kawakawa Primary School; Northland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Northland is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Teacher to join their team in a permanent position starting January 26, 2026. The role emphasizes a supportive transition for young learners and values strong home-school partnerships. Applicants should have NZ teacher registration and experience with structured literacy and numeracy programs.

Qualifications

• Must have NZ teacher registration and a current Practising Certificate.
• Experience with structured literacy and numeracy programs.
• Experience with play-based learning or inquiry approaches.

Responsibilities

• Teach our youngest learners and ensure a supportive transition to school.
• Plan, implement, and assess programs catering to individual learning needs.
• Work collaboratively and demonstrate positive energy in the classroom.

Skills

NZ teacher registration

Experience with structured literacy program (BSLA)

Knowledge of structured numeracy programs

Experience with play-based learning

Pedagogical strengths in literacy and numeracy

Experience working with diverse learning needs

Job description

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

We are seeking a professional and enthusiastic Junior Teacher to join our team in a permanent position starting Monday 26 January, 2026. This role is focused on teaching our youngest learners, and we place high value on ensuring a supportive and positive transition to school for both our students and their whānau.

Key skills and experience:

• Must have NZ teacher registration and a current Practising Certificate.
• Experience with or knowledge of the structured literacy program (BSLA) and the structured numeracy programs (Numicon, Maths No Problem).
• Experience with play-based learning or similar inquiry approaches.
• Pedagogical strengths in literacy and numeracy.
• Successful experience working with students who have diverse learning needs.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Enjoys a challenge, works collaboratively , and brings positive energy to the classroom.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan, implement, and assess programmesthat cater for the individual learning needs of all students (differentiation).
• Values the importance of strong home-school partnerships.

If you are a highly motivated teacher committed to making a difference in the early stages of a child's learning journey, we encourage you to apply!

How to apply

Please send your cv and direct enquiries to:

Contact Information:

• Physical address: 31-39 Albert Street, Kawakawa
• Postal Address: 31-39 Albert Street, Kawakawa, 0210