Scale A Teacher

Palmerston North Intermediate; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmerston North Intermediate seeks a dynamic teacher for Year 7–8, in a permanent role from 2027. The successful applicant will build strong relationships with students, whānau and staff, deliver engaging, structured learning experiences, and contribute to the school's wider life. A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi is essential.

Our intermediate provides a supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a vibrant school community.

Qualifications

• Teaching Year 7-8 with engaging, structured learning experiences.
• Commitment to culturally responsive practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging learning experiences for Year 7-8 students.
• Build positive relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.
• Collaborate with team to share ideas and improve practice.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and participate in school events.

Skills

Year 7-8 classroom

Positive relationships

Culturally responsive practice

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Job description

Palmerston North Intermediate Manawatu/Whanganui

Full time, Permanent

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
Normal School Allowance

Intermediate is a fantastic age to teach.

Our Year 7 and 8 learners bring energy, personality, challenge and enormous potential. They are developing their independence, discovering what they are good at and beginning to make decisions about who they want to be.

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher to join our team in a permanent position in 2027.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• enjoys working with Year 7 and 8 students and all the energy they bring
• builds positive relationships with students, whānau and colleagues
• has high expectations and believes all students can make progress
• creates structured, engaging and purposeful learning experiences
• works well as part of a team and is willing to share ideas and learn from others
• is keen to contribute to the wider life of the school
• values culturally responsive practice and is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Why PNINS?

At PNINS, you don't just get a classroom. You become part of a supportive team and a wider school community with a huge range of opportunities.

We are a busy, vibrant intermediate school where relationships matter, teachers work together and students are encouraged to get involved, have a go and make the most of their intermediate years.

We are committed to strengthening teaching practice through collaboration, professional learning and a clear focus on what makes a difference for our learners.

There is always plenty happening at PNINS, and we wouldn't have it any other way!