Scale A Kaiako

Whatawhata School; Whatawhata; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Whatawhata School in a rural community near Hamilton invites an enthusiastic teacher to join our caring kura. You will build strong relationships with tamariki and whānau, deliver inclusive literacy and numeracy, and integrate te reo Maaori where possible in a supportive learning environment.

The one-year fixed-term position may become available for extension, with opportunities for ongoing professional growth and collaboration within our dedicated staff.

Qualifications

• Strong assessment practices and use of data to improve learning.
• Experience or willingness in te reo Maaori considered an advantage.
• Experience teaching Years 5–6 or Years 7–8 preferred.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with tamariki and whānau.

Responsibilities

• Create inclusive, engaging classroom environments.
• Deliver high-quality literacy and numeracy instruction.
• Collaborate with tamariki, whānau and staff to support learning.
• Participate in professional learning and contribute to school life.

Skills

Warmth

Initiative

Strong work ethic

Relationship building

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) / Teaching Qualification

Job description

Bring your passion for teaching to a rural school with a caring heart.

Situated just west of Hamilton, Whatawhata School offers the close connections of a village community within easy reach of the city. Our vision, 'Kia Manaaki, Kia Whakaipu, Kia Whakatutuki – To Care, To Grow, To Achieve', guides our commitment to belonging, relationships and learning.

We seek an enthusiastic, experienced or beginning teacher who brings warmth, initiative and a strong work ethic. You will build trusting relationships with tamariki and whaanau, create an inclusive classroom, and combine high expectations and fun with engaging teaching.

Strong assessment practices and the purposeful use of data to improve learning are important. Strengths in structured literacy, numeracy and te reo Maaori are an advantage, as is experience teaching Years 5–6 or Years 7–8.

You will join a fun, supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth and the contribution of every teacher. We offer ongoing professional learning and opportunities to bring your strengths to the wider life of our kura and a strong supportive community.

A one-year fixed-term position may also become available.

Visits and enquiries are warmly welcomed. Please contact Rob Gunn, Principal.