Teach with a Relational, Inclusive Team in 2027

Mapua School; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mapua School is seeking a passionate kaiako to join for the 2027 school year in a full-time fixed-term role covering refreshment leave. The school serves ~ākonga in a thriving coastal community in the Nelson/Tasman region, valuing Relationships First and inclusive education.

You will teach in Years 1–8 with opportunities to contribute to team and school-wide initiatives, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a love of learning to our collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Warm, positive and skilled at building strong learning-focused relationships.
• Sound curriculum knowledge, particularly in literacy and mathematics, and delivers high-quality, engaging teaching programmes.
• Committed to culturally responsive, inclusive teaching that supports the strengths and needs of all ākonga.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning across Years 1–8 and related subjects.
• Contribute to collaborative planning and school initiatives.
• Support students in developing creativity, curiosity and agency.
• Take learning beyond the classroom and into the local community.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Literacy teaching

Mathematics teaching

Inclusive teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Mapua School is seeking a passionate kaiako to join for the 2027 school year in a full-time fixed-term role covering refreshment leave. The school serves ~ākonga in a thriving coastal community in the Nelson/Tasman region, valuing Relationships First and inclusive education.

You will teach in Years 1–8 with opportunities to contribute to team and school-wide initiatives, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a love of learning to our collaborative environment.