Kaiako/Classroom Teacher

St Brigids School (Johnsonville); Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Brigids School in Wellington, New Zealand, is seeking a Kaiako/Classroom Teacher for 2027. This full-time fixed-term role runs from late January to December, serving Years 1–8 in a kura tuatahi setting.

The successful applicant will be NZ registered, capable of delivering high-quality literacy, numeracy and digital literacy, and will contribute to inclusive, culturally connected learning environments while upholding the school’s special character.

Qualifications

• NZ registered and certificated teacher
• Proven ability to foster high-quality literacy and numeracy outcomes
• Experience delivering inclusive, culturally connected learning environments

Responsibilities

• Lead learning across Years 1–8 in a collaborative team
• Create engaging, inclusive classrooms valuing te reo Māori and diverse learners
• Uphold the special character of St Brigids School and support school expectations

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Digital literacy

Teamwork

Education

NZ teacher certification

Certificated teacher

Job description

Kaiako/Classroom Teacher

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 15/12/2027 (Roll growth)

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

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

"Learning together with strength of character and gentleness of heart"

We seek a passionate and effective teacher for 2027 who can demonstrate evidence of recent successful classroom practice. Ideally, you will have strengths in high-quality literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills, and be able to teach at any level of the school.

The successful applicant will be NZ registered, display the ability to create the best possible learning environment, be a team player, and demonstrate excellence in leading learning. They will be working in a highly supportive team who create inclusive, authentic, culturally connected and engaging learning environments.

The successful applicant is required to support and uphold the special character of the school.