Nurturing Early Years & Year 1 Primary Teacher

ACG Schools; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ACG Tauranga, located in Tauranga, offers a nurturing environment delivering the Cambridge Curriculum for Years 0–13. We are seeking a permanent, full-time New Entrants and Year 1 Teacher to join our incredible team and lead Year 0–2 classrooms.

The successful applicant will foster student wellbeing, literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning in a collaborative, supportive setting starting Term 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates student-centred approach to growth and wellbeing.
• Professional, well-organised and reliable in academics and admin.
• Adaptable with technology and modern teaching practices.
• Clear, effective communication with students, parents and staff.
• Collaborative team-player contributing to school life.
• Reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development.
• Calm, fair and consistent support for students.
• Motivated and enthusiastic, fostering curiosity and independent learning.
• Ethical, respectful and aligned with ACG Schools values.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences for primary students.
• Differentiate learning programmes to meet individual student needs, strengths and interests.
• Monitor, assess, and report on student progress to inform next steps.
• Create safe, inclusive classrooms promoting wellbeing and belonging.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to Junior School initiatives and professional learning.
• Build partnerships with parents to support student learning and wellbeing.

Skills

Student centred

Organised

Adaptable

Clear communicator

Collaborative

Reflective practitioner

Calm under pressure

Motivated

Ethical

Education

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

NZQA accreditation

NZ Teacher Registration

Job description

ACG Tauranga, located in Tauranga, offers a nurturing environment delivering the Cambridge Curriculum for Years 0–13. We are seeking a permanent, full-time New Entrants and Year 1 Teacher to join our incredible team and lead Year 0–2 classrooms.

The successful applicant will foster student wellbeing, literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning in a collaborative, supportive setting starting Term 1, 2027.