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Cambridge Middle School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing team

Beneficial PLD sessions

Supportive leadership team

Opportunities to extend teaching

Job summary

Cambridge Middle School in Waikato, New Zealand, is seeking a certificated teacher to join a caring, innovative team for a fixed-term role starting 02/02/2027 and ending 16/12/2027. The role covers Years 1–8 (primary/intermediate) with Māori language and a broad curriculum.

Applicants should be collaborative, passionate about adolescent learning, and committed to sharing best practices. The school offers an amazing team, beneficial PLD sessions, supportive leadership, and opportunities to extend

Qualifications

• NZ-residency or current NZ work visa required.
• Qualified teacher with NZ registration/teaching license.
• Ability to plan collaboratively and work as part of a team.
• Experience teaching Years 1–8 (primary/intermediate).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons to students in years 1–8.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan curriculum and assessment.
• Contribute to a positive, student-centered learning environment.

Skills

Innovative teaching

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 02/02/2027, End Date: 16/12/2027 (Roll Growth)

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

Cambridge Middle School is looking for a talented teacher who is caring, inspiring and enthusiastic to join our team from Term 1 2027.

You must display outstanding qualities associated with innovative teaching practices and the willingness to work as a team and plan collaboratively. A passion and understanding for the emerging adolescent age group is essential.

In return our school will offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of an amazing team
• Interesting and beneficial PLD sessions
• A highly supportive leadership team and Board
• The opportunity for you to extend your talents and passions as an educator

Applicants must have NZ residence or a currentvalid NZ work visa. Your application must include a CV, covering letter and the contact details of three referees. The position will commence on 28 January 2027.