Year 2 Teacher

Knighton Normal School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Knighton Normal School in Waikato, New Zealand, invites applications from an enthusiastic, highly competent classroom teacher. The role covers Years 1–8 in a dynamic Year 2/3 team that works with families and the community to provide high-quality education.

The successful candidate will embrace diversity, foster literacy and numeracy, and contribute to a caring, collaborative school culture. This is a full‑time permanent position.

Qualifications

• Full-time primary school teaching role for Years 1–8.
• Experience with English Language Learners is advantageous.
• Strengths in literacy and mathematics essential.
• Ability to work in a collaborative Year 2/3 teaching team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching for Year 1–8 students.
• Collaborate with the teaching team and community to support learner outcomes.
• Contribute to maintaining an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Literacy

Mathematics

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

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

Normal Schools Allowance for registered teachers

The Board of Trustees is seeking an enthusiastic, highly competent classroom teacher who is committed to assisting each child attain their potential.

The successful applicant will be expected to work as a member of a dynamic Year 2/3 teaching team who work together with the community in providing quality education for the children of Knighton.

We are seeking to add to our highly effective, caring team so that we can continue to provide high-quality education for our learners.

We are looking for a teacher who embraces diversity, who is resilient, is a team player, reflective of their practice, and understands the significance of teaching in a Normal School.

Strengths in literacy and mathematics are essential with experience in working with English Language Learners an advantage.

We have a full‑time permanent position available.