Scale A Kaiako - Junior School (Y1-2)

Hope School; Tasman; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope School invites a passionate kaiako to join for 2027 to teach a Year 1–2 class in a small rural kura. Start date is 28 January 2027 with a fixed end date of 27 January 2028 to cover for a staff member’s temporary change in working arrangements.

The role emphasizes relationships, te reo Māori integration and inclusive practice within a supportive team. The successful applicant will work under mentorship and participate in ongoing professional learning, aligning with mana values and Te Tiriti

Qualifications

• Qualified Certificated teacher with current practising certificate.
• Experience in junior-school pedagogy and explicit teaching methods.
• Experience or familiarity with Te reo Māori and te ao Māori.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and working in small rural school.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 1–2 class (Primary/Intermediate) in 2027.
• Demonstrate strong junior-school pedagogy and explicit teaching.
• Integrate te ao Māori and te reo Māori across curriculum.
• Contribute to small-school life and participate in professional learning.

Skills

Junior-school pedagogy

Explicit literacy & maths

iDeaL Structured Literacy

Maths – No Problem!

Te reo Māori integration

Culturally responsive

Collaboration

Inclusive practice

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Covering for an existing staff member who has a temporary change in working arrangements)

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

Hope School has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, passionate and collaborative kaiako to join our highly supportive team for the 2027 school year, teaching a Year 1–2 class in our small rural kura.

At Hope School, relationships sit at the heart of everything we do. We are a connected school community where tamariki, whānau and staff genuinely know and support one another. Our MANA values , Manaakitanga, Ako, Ngākau Whakaute and Auahatanga underpin our culture and our vision of preparing tamariki to thrive now and in the future. We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ensuring every learner feels seen, valued and successful.

We are seeking a kaiako who places tamariki at the centre of their practice and who:

• Builds warm, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
• Demonstrates strong junior-school pedagogy and structured, explicit teaching in literacy and mathematics (experience with iDeaL Structured Literacy and Maths – No Problem! is advantageous)
• Is culturally responsive and authentically incorporates te ao Māori and te reo Māori
• Values curiosity, creativity and engaging learning experiences
• Embraces Mātai Taiao, our whole-school approach to environmental and place-based learning, and seeks authentic opportunities to integrate it across the curriculum
• Is collaborative, flexible and committed to inclusive practice for diverse learners
• Brings initiative, energy and a willingness to contribute to all aspects of small-school life

This opportunity is open to both emerging and experienced teachers. You will be supported by an experienced mentor, collaborative colleagues, a supportive Board and quality professional learning opportunities.

If you are a relationship focused kaiako who wants to make a meaningful contribution within a small, connected rural school, we would love to hear from you.