Permanent Teacher and Team Lead

Whenuakite School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Whenuakite School in the Coromandel invites applications from a fully registered New Zealand teacher to lead our Primary/Intermediate team. You will foster collaborative practice, build strong relationships with students, staff and families, and contribute to a supportive tamariki-centred environment.

We welcome experienced leaders and teachers eager to develop leadership skills, with a commitment to positive school culture and shared initiatives across the school community.

Qualifications

• Fully registered New Zealand teacher with leadership experience.
• Experience working with a collaborative team.
• Ability to lead and co-lead initiatives within the school.

Responsibilities

• Lead in collaboration with staff to drive school initiatives.
• Co-lead various initiatives and areas within the school.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff and the wider community.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Positive culture

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Initiative leadership

Education

Fully registered NZ teacher

Job description

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Syndicate leader
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
1 Remuneration Unit

Come and join our fabulous Whenuakite team, in the heart of the Coromandel. With Hahei, Hot water beach, Cooks Beach and Whitianga you will be spoiled with choices of recreational activities.

Whenuakite School is seeking a passionate and fully registered New Zealand teacher and team leader. We are looking for an educator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to building positive relationships with students, colleagues, and the wider community.

We welcome applications from experienced teachers with leadership experience, as well as capable classroom teachers who are interested in developing their leadership skills. Our priority is finding an excellent teacher who is the right fit for our tamariki, staff and school community.

Key Qualifications

• Experience working with a collaborative team
• Understanding of and commitment to a positive school culture
• Ability to articulate and demonstrate your strengths
• Proven leadership experience
• To co‑lead various initiatives and areas within the school

We encourage prospective candidates to visit our school to get a sense of our community and K.I.T.E. Values.