New Entrant Teacher

Hamilton East School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton East School is seeking a motivated kaiako to foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for Years 1–8 students. The role involves delivering English, health, physical education, languages, mathematics, science, social sciences, technology, te reo Māori, and the arts, while building strong learner-focused relationships.

The successful candidate will weave te reo Māori into daily practice and deliver formal reo instruction, supporting learners with diverse needs and English

Qualifications

• Positive behavioural expectations and learner-focused relationships.
• Experience with structured literacy and updated mathematics curriculum (advantage).
• Ability to cater for learners with special needs and English Language Learners.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for primary and intermediate students.
• Weave te reo Māori into daily practice and deliver formal reo instruction where appropriate.
• Collaborate with staff to support students’ holistic development and achievement.

Skills

Relationships & expectations

Literacy & maths

Inclusive practice

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 12/10/2026, End Date: 14/12/2026 (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

We are seeking a motivated kaiako to play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment where our aakonga can reach their full potential.

Key requirements

• Relationships and expectations: Positive behavioural expectations and the ability to build strong, learner-focused relationships.
• Literacy and maths: Experience with structured literacy and the updated mathematics curriculum (an advantage).
• Inclusive practice: Ability to cater for learners with special needs and English Language Learners (ELL) through inclusive practices.
• Te Ao Maaori and Reo: Commitment to weaving te reo Maaori into daily practice, as well as delivering formal reo instruction.

Dawson Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton

Dawson Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton, 3216