Scale A Teachers x4

Hamilton West School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton West School is seeking classroom teachers to join our collaborative and supportive team. We are proud of the way our tamariki live by our strong values of Ako, Manaakitanga, Rangatiratanga, Kaitiakitanga, and Whanaungatanga.

We love the cultural diversity of our supportive community. The successful applicant will: give effect to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, be an inspiring classroom practitioner with high expectations for teaching and learning, build strong, positive

Qualifications

• Must be a capable classroom teacher with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and whanau.
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and school values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, effective lessons across Years 1–8.
• Build positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Contribute to a collaborative, supportive teaching culture.
• Demonstrate a cheerful, can-do attitude and strong teamwork.
• Support the school values in daily practice and environment.

Skills

Classroom teaching

Collaboration

Relationship building

Humour & can-do attitude

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

Four fixed-term positions becoming full time/permanent positions

Commencing 28 January 2027 we have 4 vacancies for full-time Scale A teachers, across various year levels.

Hamilton West School is seeking classroom teachers to join our collaborative and supportive team. We are proud of the way our tamariki live by our strong values of Ako, Manaakitanga, Rangatiratanga, Kaitiakitanga, and Whanaungatanga. We love the cultural diversity of our supportive community.

The successful applicant will:

• Give effect to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Be an inspiring classroom practitioner with high expectations for teaching and learning
• Build strong, positive relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues
• Bring a collaborative spirit and a strong sense of teamwork
• Have a great sense of humour and a can-do attitude
• Embody our school values

Please note: This position is open to applicants who are currently living in New Zealand and hold the right to work here.