Scale A teacher - senior school

Kapiti School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in New Zealand is looking for a motivated and skilled teacher for their senior school starting in 2026. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, capable of building strong relationships, and has a solid understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on growing learner strengths and classroom engagement.

Benefits

Professional Learning Development

Supportive staff environment

Qualifications

• Must have sound knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Previous experience in a senior school is preferred.
• Commitment to nurturing and empowering students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with students and families.
• Support students' strengths and curiosity.

Skills

Relationship building

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Passion for teaching

Education

Teaching certification

Job description

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

Kapiti Primary School, in beautiful Paraparaumu on the sunny Kapiti Coast, is seeking a confident and capable teacher to join our senior school in 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small kura where every learner is known, supported, and encouraged to thrive.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Brings warmth, enthusiasm, and high expectations to their teaching.
• Builds strong, positive relationships with learners, whānau, and colleagues.
• Creates a meaningful, supportive, predictable, and engaging classroom environment.
• Has sound, current knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum, with recent senior school experience and a passion for teaching senior learners.
• Is committed to nurturing curiosity, growing learner strengths, and empowering ākonga to succeed.

At KPS, we are strengths based, and value positivity, relational practice, and a strong sense of whānau. As part of our vibrant, dedicated and fun staff team, you will be empowered to grow your practice, access generous PLD, contribute to our shared goals, and work alongside a supportive Board.

If you are passionate about senior school teaching and want to make a real difference where your strengths and contributions are valued, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply

Please send a letter of application, your CV, fill in the application form

Physical address: 20 Iver Trask Place, Paraparaumu

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