Teacher –Senior School

Parakai School; Rodney; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Parakai School is seeking an energetic, collaborative teacher to join the senior school team. The role focuses on years 5–8 with a strong emphasis on curriculum knowledge and high-impact classroom management.

The successful candidate will lead Year 5–8 sports, coordinate events, and foster a healthy, team-oriented culture. Applicants must hold a NZ Practising Certificate and have the right to live and work in NZ.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Years 5–8 with strong curriculum knowledge.
• Ability to lead Year 5–8 sports and coordinate events.
• Excellent organization and communication to support teams and programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Year 5–8 sports programmes and events.
• Deliver high-quality teaching across the curriculum with a focus on student wellbeing.
• Foster teamwork, sportsmanship and a positive school culture.

Skills

Classroom management

Sports coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Curriculum knowledge

Education

New Zealand Practising Certificate

Job description

Due to our wonderful deputy principal/classroom teacher moving into a full release role, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic, collaborative teacher with outstanding classroom practice to join our senior school team.

We are looking for an experienced teacher with skills in teaching Years 5 to 8 and a strong working knowledge of the refreshed curriculum. A strength in physical education organisation and sports coordination is desirable as the successful candidate will be leading Year 5 to 8 sports.

What we are looking for:

• High-impact classroom management and curriculum delivery.
• Exceptional organisation and communication skills to drive sports programmes and events.
• A commitment to fostering team spirit, sportsmanship, and physical wellbeing.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a current New Zealand Practicing Certificate and have the right to live and work in NZ at the time of applying.

Please provide contact details for 2 current referees who can attest to your recent practice.