Term 4 fixed-term teachers x2

Awapuni School (Gisborne); Gisborne; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Awapuni School in Gisborne is seeking two fixed-term Scale A teachers to cover parental leave from the start of Term 4 2026. You will teach primary and intermediate students (Years 1–8) across a broad curriculum including English, Health and Physical Education, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori and The Arts.

Join a supportive team with strong school-wide alignment to Structured Literacy and Structured Mathematics, and contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom

Qualifications

• Hold current NZ teacher registration.
• Demonstrates strong NZ Curriculum knowledge and effective pedagogical practice.
• Is passionate about the Tairawhiti Culture.
• Creates an inclusive, culturally responsive classroom culture.
• Has a commitment to te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.
• Is a positive, reflective team player with a great sense of humour.

Skills

NZ Curriculum knowledge

Pedagogical practice

Culturally responsive teaching

Te reo Māori me ōna tikanga

Team collaboration

Education

NZ registered teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 12/10/2026, End Date: 18/12/2026 (Parental 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

Are you a NZ registered teacher looking for an incredible opportunity?

Awapuni School in Gisborne seeks two fantastic teachers.

Due to two of our lovely teachers taking leave in Term 4, we are looking for passionate fixed-term Scale A teachers to join our team. Positions commence at the beginning of Term 4 2026.

Here, you will enjoy:

• A supportive, welcoming, and experienced team
• Inspiring and curious students
• Strong school-wide alignment with Structured Literacy and Structured Mathematics
• Super PB4L.

We are seeking a teacher who:

• Holds current NZ teacher registration
• Demonstrates strong NZ Curriculum knowledge and effective pedagogical practice
• Is passionate about the Tairawhiti Culture
• Creates an inclusive, culturally responsive classroom culture
• Has a commitment to te reo Māori me ōna tikanga
• Is a positive, reflective team player with a great sense of humour.