Teacher - Phase 2

Pukerua Bay School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pukerua Bay School in Wellington is seeking a dedicated Certificated teacher to lead a phase 2 class for a year, teaching across all curriculum areas with emphasis on Maths and English in line with NZC.

You will use explicit instruction to engage learners and ensure clear, active participation. Join a collaborative, supportive staff and a community that values Te Tiriti o Waitangi and local curriculum design.

Qualifications

• Lead a phase 2 class - creating a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Teach across all curriculum areas with emphasis on Maths and English in line with NZ Curriculum (NZC).
• Use explicit instruction to engage students and ensure clarity in learning and active participation.
• Plan effectively and use assessment to inform teaching and support continuous improvement.
• Implement local curriculum design contributing to the school’s INFINITE journey.
• Foster student leadership and motivate students to take ownership of their learning.
• Maintain high classroom management skills with a respectful, structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a phase 2 class and create a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Teach across all curriculum areas with a focus on Maths and English per NZC.
• Use explicit instruction to ensure clarity and active student participation.
• Plan effectively and use assessment to inform teaching and drive improvement.
• Contribute to local curriculum design and the INFINITE journey.

Skills

Explicit instruction

Assessment

Curriculum design

Student leadership

Classroom management

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Education

Registered teacher

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced teacher to join us in our vibrant school community. If you're passionate about creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

What we offer

Collaborative, friendly, and supportive staff: Join a team of passionate professionals who work together to foster a positive environment.

Amazing tamariki and whānau: We are blessed to have great kids and community,

Professional development: Ongoing opportunities for growth and learning to support your teaching practice.

Localised curriculum design: Teach within a curriculum that is connected to our community and aligned with our school’s INFINITE journey and is aligning to the NZC.

KURA values: well established school values that we all live by.

Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi: Uphold culturally responsive practices that honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Your role

Lead a phase 2 class - creating a positive and engaging learning environment.

Teach across all curriculum areas, with a focus on Maths and English, in line with the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum (NZC).

Use explicit instruction to engage students and ensure clarity in learning and active participation.

Plan effectively and use assessment to inform teaching and support continuous improvement.

Implement our local curriculum design, contributing to our whole-school INFINITE journey.

Foster student leadership and motivate students to take ownership of their learning.

Maintain high classroom management skills, ensuring a respectful and structured environment.

If you live in Aotearoa and are a registered teacher and wish to take over a class for a year, please get in touch. Visits are welcome.