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

Job summary

A primary school in Auckland is seeking a passionate and caring teacher for their Y1 and 2 classes, starting in 2026. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of the New Zealand Curriculum, with expertise in effective teaching methods for maths and literacy, and the ability to support diverse learners. The school values collaborative work and positive relationships with students and the community, fostering a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong grasp of the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum.
• Expertise in maths and literacy with effective teaching strategies.
• Ability to teach across Year 1 and Year 2 and accommodate diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Y1 or 2 class.
• Collaborate in highly effective teams.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students and community.
• Contribute to staff professional development.
• Implement effective teaching methods in maths and literacy.
• Accommodate the diverse needs of all students.

Skills

Effective teaching methods

Subject knowledge in maths

Subject knowledge in literacy

Understanding of diverse learners

Collaboration in teams

Education

Strong grasp of the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum

Job description

Overview

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

We are looking for a positive, passionate and caring teacher to join our Whanake (Y1 and 2) team. At Maungawhau School, we are passionate about creating and ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for our ākonga to thrive in. Teachers are highly professional and supportive, work collaboratively in highly effective teams, and have high expectations of their students. We build strong, positive relationships with students, whānau and our community. We strongly support staff professional development and wellbeing, and welcome applications from future-focused teachers with a growth mindset.

The successful applicant will teach a Y1 or 2 class. A suitable applicant for this position must have a strong grasp of the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum, with particular expertise in effective teaching methods and subject knowledge in maths and literacy. They must understand how children learn and be skilled at accommodating the diverse needs of all students. This position commences at the start of 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Y1 or 2 class.
• Collaborate in highly effective teams and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, whānau and the community.
• Contribute to staff professional development and wellbeing initiatives.
• Implement effective teaching methods with strong subject knowledge in maths and literacy.
• Understand how children learn and accommodate the diverse needs of all students.

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum.
• Expertise in maths and literacy and related teaching strategies.
• Ability to teach across Year 1 and Year 2 and support diverse learners.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
Ellerton Road, Mount Eden, Auckland