Scale A Teacher

Ngongotahā School; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ngongotahā School in Rotorua invites applicants for an outstanding kaiako to join our vibrant junior school. We value whanaungatanga, positive relationships, and high expectations for student achievement.

The role offers opportunities to tailor year levels to strengths, passions, and expertise. Candidates with an interest in structured literacy (BSLA) and evidence-based maths practices will thrive; we welcome experienced teachers and motivated beginners to contribute to a supportive,

Qualifications

• Experience building warm, positive, relational connections with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Interest or background in structured literacy (BSLA) and evidence-based maths practices.
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative, fun staff culture.

Skills

Relational teaching

Team collaboration

Structured literacy

Job description

Opportunities like this don’t come around often!

Ngongotahā School is a sought-after place to work so vacancies on our staff are genuinely rare. However, an exciting opportunity has opened up for an outstanding, energetic kaiako to join our phenomenal team.

While this vacancy is situated in our vibrant junior school, we value finding the absolute right fit for our kura – meaning year levels can be adjusted and negotiated to align with your strengths, passions, and expertise. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for an inspiring change or an enthusiastic beginning teacher ready to launch your career, we warmly welcome your application!

Why you’ll love working at Ngongotahā School

Ngongotahā School is a proud, welcoming, and vibrant kura where positive relationships and whanaungatanga are at the heart of everything we do. We combine a close-knit, supportive community atmosphere with high-quality, creative and forward-thinking learning.

What makes our school a great place to be:

• A phenomenal and supportive staff – work alongside a collaborative, caring team who bring energy and a real sense of fun to the staffroom every single day.
• Exceptional learning environments – enjoy our expansive, beautiful grounds featuring a musical playground, heated pool, Whare Wānanga, and a 9-hole mini-putt course!
• Strong cultural foundation – we are deeply committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, bicultural practice, and celebrating our local pūrakau and history.
• Rich resourcing and support – we are exceptionally well-resourced in literacy and numeracy, with strong internal mentor leadership, targeted support programmes, and a dedicated learning support team.

Our ideal candidate:

• builds warm, positive, and relational connections with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues
• brings enthusiasm, energy, and high expectations for student achievement and progress
• has an interest or background in structured literacy (such as BSLA) and evidence-based maths practices
• loves being part of a team, shares ideas openly, and brings a positive, can-do attitude.