Teacher

Taoroa School; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural primary school in Manawatū-Whanganui seeks a passionate Certificated teacher for a fixed-term role beginning in term 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will have strong primary teaching skills, a commitment to community, and a good sense of humour. Join a dedicated team in a supportive environment focused on personal and engaging learning experiences. Apply now to be part of this collaborative whānau atmosphere.

Benefits

Access to swimming pool

New tennis court

Cozy school house

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with dedicated staff and community.
• Provide personalized teaching and a hands-on curriculum.
• Engage and empower ākonga through action.

Skills

Passion for learning

Primary school teaching experience

Commitment to community

Knowledge of NZC

Good sense of humour

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 10/02/2026, End Date: 19/12/2025 (Maternity leave)

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

A fantastic opportunity for a passionate teacher - fixed-term

Are you someone that wants to get up every morning and be excited to go to work? Do you value the learning potential of many contexts; 4 walls, the awa, the maunga, the farm, or no walls at all? Are you ready to be part of a supportive learning whānau? If so, Taoroa School has the perfect opportunity for you!

We have a mantra: Happy Staff = Happy Tamariki. This is an awesome chance to join our team at an outstanding rural school and provide the best possible outcomes for our precious ākonga. A kura that truly values personalised teaching and learning through a rich and hands-on localised curriculum that provides tamariki with life-long memories. We develop agentic ākonga who are connected to our place and our people, engaged in their learning and empowered through taking action.

This position commences the start of term 1 2026 and is flexible on year level depending on the applicants strengths.

We are seeking an inspiring kaiako to work collaboratively with our dedicated staff, Board of Trustees, and community, who has the following:

• a passion and excitement for learning
• proven successful primary school teaching experience
• a commitment to community
• a thorough knowledge of the NZC
• a good sense of humour

Taoroa School is a U2 rural primary school situated 20 minutes east of Taihape with a roll of 53. We operate as a three teacher school with exceptional teacher:student ratios. Our School is supported by an amazing community and dedicated staff who all consider themselves as whānau.

If required, we have a tidy, cozy school house with amazing views where you will have access to our school swimming pool and a new tennis court.

If you would like to join our special rural school, we would love to hear from you!

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: