Teacher for Year 5 and 6

Tauriko School; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tauriko School in New Zealand is seeking a vibrant, engaged teacher to join our primary/intermediate team (Years 1–8) for a full-time fixed-term role from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028. The successful candidate will commit to culturally responsive, inclusive teaching and ongoing professional growth, with a focus on Te Reo Māori and assessments for learning.

Experience with BSLA or DMIC Maths and a willingness to contribute extracurricular interests are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate culturally responsive and inclusive practices.
• Commitment to professional growth and ongoing learning.
• Strong relationships with students and whanau.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction across the NZ Curriculum learning areas listed (English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts).
• Build a warm, inclusive classroom culture and engage in ongoing professional growth.
• Support a dynamic school community with strong collaboration and high expectations.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Inclusive practices

Te Reo Māori

Job description

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About the role

We are looking for a vibrant, engaged teacher who has a passion for teaching and learning and a commitment to their own professional growth. Teachers at Tauriko School build strong relationships with all students. They are committed to the use of culturally responsive and inclusive practices and growing their use of Te Reo. A commitment to building a deep understanding of the refreshed NZC, Assessment for Learning practice and strengths in literacy and mathematics are essential.

Of benefit are experience or strengths in:

• BSLA
• Maths – particularly DMIC Maths (Massey University)
• extra-curricular interests to share with students.

If you would like to be part of a dynamic school which offers outstanding professional growth, has a highly supportive community, and a warm, inclusive family culture… This job is for you!

Sector Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi

Position Full-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)

Reason for fixed-term position Reducing roll numbers

Learning areas English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts