Y7–8 teacher

Hunua School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in New Zealand seeks a passionate teacher to lead the Year 7 and 8 class starting Term 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will focus on delivering high-quality teaching in literacy and numeracy, building strong relationships within the community, and contributing to the local curriculum. Supportive environment with professional learning opportunities is provided.

Benefits

Professional learning opportunities

Supportive collaborative team

Engaged community connection

Qualifications

• Passionate and adaptable teacher for Year 7 and 8.
• Strong emphasis on wellbeing and community connections.
• Open to professional growth and reflective practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in literacy and numeracy.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Contribute to the development of the local curriculum.

Skills

Teaching literacy and numeracy

Building relationships

Reflective practice

Caring pedagogy

Leadership in sport and outdoor education

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Overview

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

Hunua School is a small, semi-rural full primary in the foothills of the Hunua Ranges. Our vision is Excellence in education through the use of the environment, active students, parent and community involvement, and interactive learning.

We are guided by our RiCH values:

We place strong emphasis on student wellbeing, community partnerships, and creating a localised curriculum that engages and challenges our learners.

The role

We are seeking a passionate, adaptable teacher to lead our Year 7 and 8 class from the beginning of Term 1, 2026. This is a key position in our senior school, with opportunities to provide leadership in sport, outdoor education, and student leadership programmes.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching in literacy, numeracy, and across the NZ Curriculum (Te Mataiaho).
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and whānau.
• Demonstrate a caring pedagogy that values diversity and promotes wellbeing.
• Contribute to the continued development of our local Hunua Curriculum.
• Be open to professional growth and reflective practice.

What we offer

What we offer:

• A supportive, collaborative teaching team.
• Students who are enthusiastic, curious, and proud of their school.
• A strong community connection and engaged whānau.
• Professional learning opportunities in structured literacy, numeracy, and the refreshed curriculum.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
43 Lockwood Road, Hunua