Teacher (Years 1–8)

St Anthony's School (Pahiatua); Whanganui; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St Anthony's School (Pahiatua) in Tararua invites applications from a vibrant, energetic Certificated teacher to join Years 1–8, Catholic State-Integrated school. The successful kaiako will contribute to a welcoming, faith-filled community.

You will bring Gospel values into classroom culture, demonstrate creativity within the curriculum, and build strong relationships with tamariki and whānau while supporting student progress and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current teaching certificate and be registered in NZ.
• Experience teaching in NZ primary years 1–8 preferred.
• Commitment to collaborative practice and school-wide planning.
• Ability to integrate Gospel values within daily teaching and school life.

Responsibilities

• Teach Years 1–8 at a Catholic State-Integrated school.
• Foster learner wellbeing and accelerate progress across year levels.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design and deliver engaging curriculum.

Skills

Creativity in teaching

Collaborative teamwork

Relationship building

Gospel values integration

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

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

Catholic State-Integrated School | Pahiatua, Tararua

We are a years 1-8 Catholic State Integrated school seeking a vibrant, energetic teacher who truly cares about their learners. We are a welcoming, faith filled, family-focused community in the heart of the Tararua District. Our teaching team are highly supportive, work collaboratively, and willingly share their gifts and talents with one another.

Our ideal kaiako will:

• Bring our Gospel values (Love, Integrity, Fortitude and Excellence) into everyday classroom culture, learning, and relationships.
• Be an effective practitioner who shows creativity within the curriculum.
• Show genuine heart for accelerating student progress, celebrating small wins, and nurturing the well-being of the whole child.
• Thrive working alongside a collaborative forward-thinking staff who support one another.
• Build strong, positive relationships with tamariki and whānau while keeping the fun in everyday teaching and learning.

As a Catholic School the staff are expected to recognise and respect the school’s Catholic special character and be actively involved in the total life of the school, in a manner which respects the religious instruction given and religious observances practiced within the school. You do not need to be Catholic to apply for this position.