Year 3–4 Kaiako | Collaborative Rural Educator

Hikutaia School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hikutaia School in the Waikato region invites applications for a passionate Year 3 and 4 teacher in a welcoming primary setting. The role focuses on building strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues and actively models school values in daily classroom life.

You will teach English, Mathematics and Statistics, plus Te reo Māori, in a supportive team that values inclusion, wellbeing, and continuous professional growth; experience with structured literacy is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
• Experience or training in structured literacy is highly valued.
• Be reflective, open to learning and contribute ideas and strengths within our kura.
• Commitment to promoting student wellbeing and inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach English, Mathematics and statistics, and Te reo Māori to Year 3–4 students.
• Foster a positive, collaborative classroom culture that aligns with school values.
• Work as part of a supportive rural school team to plan and assess learning.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Relational skills

Structured literacy knowledge

Job description

Hikutaia School in the Waikato region invites applications for a passionate Year 3 and 4 teacher in a welcoming primary setting. The role focuses on building strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues and actively models school values in daily classroom life.

You will teach English, Mathematics and Statistics, plus Te reo Māori, in a supportive team that values inclusion, wellbeing, and continuous professional growth; experience with structured literacy is highly valued.