Senior Years 5–6 Teacher: Collaborative, Growth‑Oriented Educator

Kaikorai School; Otago; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaikorai School in Dunedin invites an energetic, experienced teacher to join our senior team in the Kererū hapori. This Certificated teacher will contribute to a vibrant, supportive school culture with a modern learning environment and strong wellbeing focus.

You will work collaboratively with tamariki, whānau and colleagues, align with NZ Curriculum changes including structured literacy and numeracy, and embrace te reo Māori. Start date: 28 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Up to date with NZ Curriculum changes and literacy/numeracy methods.
• Effective teaching with high expectations for achievement.
• Fosters meaningful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Experience with or interest in Project-Based Learning (PBL).

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Structured literacy & numeracy

High expectations for achievement

Culturally responsive practice

Project-Based Learning (PBL)

Growth mindset

Relationship building with tamariki/wh

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Kaikorai School in Dunedin invites an energetic, experienced teacher to join our senior team in the Kererū hapori. This Certificated teacher will contribute to a vibrant, supportive school culture with a modern learning environment and strong wellbeing focus.

You will work collaboratively with tamariki, whānau and colleagues, align with NZ Curriculum changes including structured literacy and numeracy, and embrace te reo Māori. Start date: 28 January 2027.