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St Mary's Catholic School (Avondale); Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary's Catholic School (Avondale) Auckland is seeking a highly effective NZ qualified teacher for the 2027 school year. The role is full time, fixed term from 27/01/2027 to 15/12/2027, for a junior or middle primary class (Years 1–8) with focus on improving learning and student outcomes.

Experience with Structured Literacy and Better Start literacy is desirable. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ and registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa NZ is required or in

Qualifications

• NZ teaching qualification and registration are required.
• Experience with Te Mātaiaho and the NZ Curriculum is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a junior or middle primary class (Year 1–8).
• Foster growth in children’s learning and engagement.
• Collaborate with staff, whānau and parish community.

Skills

NZ qualified teacher

Teaching in NZ

Education

Teaching Council registration

Job description

St Mary's Catholic School (Avondale) Auckland

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2027, End Date: 15/12/2027 (Roll fluctuation - Board funded position)

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

We are looking for a highly effective, enthusiastic and caring NZ qualified teacher to join us for the 2027 school year, and possibly beyond. Our school offers amazing tamariki, focused professional development and a very supportive staff, board, whānau and parish community.

The successful candidate will have a growing understanding of Te Mātaiaho, New Zealand Curriculum, and be focused on improving and growing as a teacher and enhancing children’s learning. You will be hardworking and willing to go above and beyond for our tamariki and community. The position is for a junior or middle primary class.

Experience with Structured Literacy (particularly the Better Start Literacy Approach) is highly desirable.

Both experienced educators and Beginning Teachers are welcome to apply.

Applicants for this position do not need to be practicing Catholics. You are expected to recognise and respect the school’s Catholic special character and be actively involved in the total life of the school, in a manner which respects the religious instruction given and religious observances practiced within the school.

Please note: You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. If you do not hold all necessary documents, including Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand registration and NZ citizenship, residency or a valid work visa, please do not apply.

If you are passionate about making a difference we would love to hear from you.