Sāmoan Bilingual - kaiako

Rānui Primary School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rānui Primary School in Auckland invites a caring, reflective kaiako to join the Toloa A‘oa‘oina Sāmoan bilingual team, teaching Year 1–2 tamariki in 2027 on a fixed-term basis.

You will contribute to learning across English, health and PE and te reo Māori and gagana Sāmoa, building strong whānau partnerships and inclusive, culturally responsive practice. Experienced and beginning teachers welcomed; start date 27 January 2027, end date 17 December 2027.

Qualifications

• Certified teacher with primary/intermediate teaching background.
• Experience or willingness to engage in Sāmoan bilingual education and te reo Māori development.
• Commitment to student success and inclusive learning, with strong relationships with whānau.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 1–2 tamariki in 2027 within a Sāmoan bilingual team.
• Deliver learning across English, health and physical education, languages, maths, science, social studies, technology and the arts.
• Build strong relationships with whānau and provide inclusive, culturally responsive teaching.

Skills

Bilingual teaching

Early literacy instruction

Numeracy instruction

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2027, End Date: 17/12/2027 (A specific time-limited project)

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
PITA

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and reflective kaiako to join Toloa A‘oa‘oina, our Sāmoan bilingual team, teaching Year 1–2 tamariki in 2027.

You will bring a passion for early learning, a commitment to student success and an approach that values the languages, cultures and identities of our learners. Knowledge of gagana Sāmoa and aganu‘u Sāmoa, alongside the ability to support learning in a bilingual setting, will be highly valued.

Our ideal kaiako will build strong relationships with tamariki and their whānau and aiga, work collaboratively, and provide inclusive learning experiences that respond to diverse strengths and needs. A sound foundation in early literacy and numeracy, openness to professional learning, and a commitment to developing te reo Māori and tikanga Māori are important.

We offer wonderful tamariki, a supportive community, quality professional development and a welcoming, collaborative team. Experienced and beginning teachers are welcome to apply.

Recruitment timeline

• Applications open: 12 October 2026
• Interviews: 26–30 October 2026
• Applicants notified: Date to be confirmed following interviews