Y1 & 2 classroom teacher

Kio Kio School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural primary school is seeking a full-time certified teacher for a Junior School position (Years 1-2) starting in term 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and reflect a commitment to collaborative teaching. Applicants must be fully registered teachers with a current Practising Certificate. Join a supportive community environment that values children’s learning and well-being.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully registered teacher.
• Hold a current Practising Certificate.
• Experience in teaching primary and intermediate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach Years 1-2 in the Junior School.
• Engage in a collaborative educational environment.
• Implement the school curriculum across various subjects.

Skills

Passionate educator

Reflective practice

Collaborative skills

Education

Full registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand

Current Practising Certificate

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 26/01/2026, End Date: 14/12/2026 (Roll fluctuation)

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

Kio Kio School invites applications from passionate, reflective, and collaborative educators for a full-time, fixed-term Scale A teaching position in our Junior School (Y1–2), commencing term 1, 2026.

We are a thriving, successful rural primary school nestled in a supportive community, just 10 minutes north of Otorohanga. Our motto is 'Whakatangata – Playing the Game of Life', and our school environment is rich with opportunities for both students and staff.

Applicants must be a fully registered teacher with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand and hold a current Practising Certificate.

How to apply

Please send your CV, a covering letter and three referees to: