Looking for a great place to teach in 2027?

Mapua School; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mapua School is seeking a passionate kaiako to join for the 2027 school year in a full-time fixed-term role covering refreshment leave. The school serves ~ākonga in a thriving coastal community in the Nelson/Tasman region, valuing Relationships First and inclusive education.

You will teach in Years 1–8 with opportunities to contribute to team and school-wide initiatives, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a love of learning to our collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Warm, positive and skilled at building strong learning-focused relationships.
• Sound curriculum knowledge, particularly in literacy and mathematics, and delivers high-quality, engaging teaching programmes.
• Committed to culturally responsive, inclusive teaching that supports the strengths and needs of all ākonga.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning across Years 1–8 and related subjects.
• Contribute to collaborative planning and school initiatives.
• Support students in developing creativity, curiosity and agency.
• Take learning beyond the classroom and into the local community.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Literacy teaching

Mathematics teaching

Inclusive teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Looking for a great place to teach in 2027?

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Covering 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 have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, enthusiastic kaiako to join our fabulous team for the 2027 school year.

Māpua School is a thriving full primary school of approximately 250 ākonga, situated in the beautiful seaside village of Māpua, in the Nelson/Tasman region.

We believe great teaching starts with great relationships. Our Relationships First approach, commitment to inclusive education and strong sense of community create a learning environment where tamariki and staff can thrive.

We are a collaborative, supportive team who work hard, have fun and are committed to providing rich, engaging learning experiences. We love making the most of our beautiful local environment, with opportunities to take learning beyond the classroom and into our coastal community.

We are looking for a kaiako who:

• Is warm, positive and skilled at building strong learning-focused relationships.
• Has sound curriculum knowledge, particularly in literacy and mathematics, and delivers high-quality, engaging teaching programmes.
• Is committed to culturally responsive, inclusive teaching that supports the strengths and needs of all ākonga.
• Enjoys working collaboratively, sharing ideas and contributing to team and school wide initiatives.
• Encourages creativity, problem solving, curiosity and student agency.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a sense of fun to school life.

Our school valuesare at the heart of our kura and guide the way we learn, work and grow together: Respectful (Whakaute), Resilient (Manawaroa) and Ready to Learn (Rite ki te Ako)

The position is likely to be in either our Awa Team (Years 0–3) or Moana Team (Years 4–6). Please indicate your preferred teaching level in your application, or whether you would be happy to teach in either team.

If you are an optimistic, organised and people-focused educator looking to join a school where relationships, collaboration and quality teaching really matter, we'd love to hear from you!

You are very welcome to contact us to arrange a visit and see our lovely kura in action.