Teachers (2 positions)

Putāruru Primary School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school in Waikato is looking for two passionate and reflective teachers to join their team in 2026. The school values strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, and candidates should build effective partnerships with students and families, while contributing to a collaborative environment. Ongoing professional development and a supportive team await the right candidates.

Benefits

Collegial support

Ongoing professional development

Well-resourced environment

Qualifications

• Build powerful learning partnerships with students and families.
• Use assessment deliberately to guide next learning steps.
• Deliver structured teaching that meets diverse needs.
• Contribute to team environments and school-wide initiatives.

Skills

Building learning partnerships

Assessment for learning

Diverse teaching methods

Collaboration

Strengths in literacy and numeracy

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2026, End Date: 15/12/2026 (Maternity leave and project initiative 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

Putāruru Primary School, a vibrant and community-focused kura in the South Waikato, is seeking two passionate, reflective, and relationship-centred teachers to join our team in 2026. We’re a school that values ako, whanaungatanga, and excellence for every ākonga. Our localised curriculum focuses on strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, culturally sustaining practice, and learning that connects to who our tamariki are and where they come from.

We’re looking for teachers who:

• Build powerful learning partnerships with tamariki and whānau
• Use assessment deliberately to guide next learning steps
• Deliver explicit, structured teaching that meets diverse needs
• Thrive in collaborative team environments and contribute to kura-wide initiatives

Strengths in literacy and numeracy are valued — we’d also love to hear about your passions, whether that’s te reo Māori, sport, the arts, or digital learning.

We offer:

• A collegial, supportive team with clear systems for planning and release
• Ongoing PLD and coaching designed around your growth

A well-resourced, friendly environment with a community that truly backs its kura.

How to apply

We require from you the following: CV, application, cover letter and application form to:

Physical address: Kennedy Drive, Putaruru

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