Kaiako | Teacher

Riwaka School; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive leadership team

Culture of visible learning

Enthusiastic, curious learners

Job summary

Riwaka School in Nelson is seeking a passionate, creative and enthusiastic teacher for 2027. The role is full‑time and fixed term (Start 26/01/2027, End 27/01/2028).

You will teach across Years 1–8 with a focus on culturally responsive relational pedagogy and strong community connections. The school values engaging, inclusive classrooms, positive relationships with learners and whānau, and a commitment to its vision: Connected in community, nurtured with care, empowered to flourish.

Qualifications

• is an experienced teacher and flourishes when working in partnership with whānau.
• is committed to teaching to the North East and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• understands the science of learning, experience in teaching using structured scope and sequences is advantageous (BSLA and Maths No Problem)
• creates engaging, inclusive learning environments where every learner can thrive.
• builds positive, respectful relationships with learners, whānau and colleagues.
• will show commitment to our school's vision – Connected in community, nurtured with care, empowered to flourish – and our AWHI attributes.

Responsibilities

• Teach across Years 1–8 in a rural primary/intermediate setting.
• Collaborate with whānau and colleagues to support learning.
• Contribute to the school vision and AWHI attributes through teaching practice.
• Apply culturally-responsive relational pedagogy in daily lessons.
• Participate in professional growth and a collaborative school culture.

Skills

Partnership with whānau

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Structured scope and sequences

BSLA knowledge

Maths No Problem

Education

Teaching certification

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 26/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Refreshment leave)

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

We are seeking a passionate, creative and enthusiastic teacher to join our team for 2027. Riwaka School is a vibrant, rural school where strong relationships, community connections and high-quality teaching are at the heart of all we do. If you thrive when part of a supportive team, have strengths across the curriculum and teach using culturally-responsive relational pedagogy, we would like to hear from you!

We are looking for a teacher who:

• is an experienced teacher and flourishes when working in partnership with whānau
• is committed to teaching to the North East and culturally responsive pedagogy
• understands the science of learning, experience in teaching using structured scope and sequences is advantageous (BSLA and Maths No Problem)
• creates engaging, inclusive learning environments where every learner can thrive
• builds positive, respectful relationships with learners, whānau and colleagues
• will show commitment to our school's vision – Connected in community, nurtured with care, empowered to flourish – and our AWHI attributes.

We offer:

• a supportive teaching and leadership team who are committed to best outcomes for tamariki and kaiako
• a positive culture of visible learning, professional growth and collaboration
• enthusiastic, creative and curious learners who are keen to learn.

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the school or contact us for a discussion.