New Entrant Teacher

Southcity Christian School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcity Christian School in Hamilton, New Zealand, invites applications for a New Entrant Teacher to join our Christ-centred learning community. The role covers Primary and Intermediate (Years 1–8) with a Certificated teacher qualification and NZ teaching registration.

The successful applicant will have a warm, student-focused approach, a strong understanding of early childhood development, and an interest in structured literacy. The position is permanent and on-site.

Qualifications

• Committed to Christian education and Christian faith.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development.
• Interest in Structured literacy is an advantage.
• NZ registered and able to teach in a NZ primary school.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Relational / caring approach

Education

Certificated teacher (NZ)

NZ teaching registration

Job description

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

New entrant teaching position – Permanent
Southcity Christian School – Hamilton
Location: Hamilton, New Zealand
Start date: 9 November 2026

Southcity Christian School is seeking a passionate and dedicated New Entrant Teacher to join our Christ-centred, family-oriented learning community in Hamilton. This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who is committed to fostering a love of learning in a nurturing, faith-based environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to Christian education and demonstrates a personal Christian faith.
• Has a strong understanding of early childhood development and a warm, student-focused teaching approach.
• Has experience with, or a strong interest in, structured literacy (this will be considered an advantage).
• Is NZ registered and able to teach in a New Zealand primary school.

What we offer:

• A caring, supportive team environment where faith and learning go hand in hand.
• Engaged and supportive families and school community.
• Well-resourced classrooms and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

If you are passionate about laying strong foundations for young learners and feel called to serve in Christian education, we invite you to apply.

30 October 2026.