Year 3 and 4 Teacher, Permanent

Kaikorai School; Otago; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaikorai Primary School in Dunedin invites an enthusiastic teacher to join our team in 2027. You will teach in our collaborative syndicate, contribute to a vibrant learning environment, and support both student wellbeing and achievement.

We expect familiarity with the New Zealand Curriculum, including structured literacy and numeracy, strong relationships with tamariki and whānau, and a commitment to culturally responsive practice, including te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date with changes to the NZ Curriculum, including structured literacy and numeracy.
• Effective teacher with high expectations for student achievement.
• Fosters respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a dedicated syndicate and leadership team.
• Engage with whānau and motivated learners in a vibrant Dunedin school.
• Teach in innovative learning spaces within our newly built school.
• Contribute to student wellbeing and achievement.
• Integrate tikanga Māori and te reo Māori into everyday learning.
• Participate in project-based learning (PBL).

Skills

Collaboration

Structured literacy

Numeracy

Relationship building

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

Are you an energetic, collaborative educator ready to make a difference in our vibrant Dunedin school community?

Kaikorai Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to join our team in 2027.

We are proud of our supportive school culture, modern learning environment and strong focus on both student wellbeing and achievement.

What we offer:

• Collaborative team - join a dedicated, supportive syndicate and leadership team who value teamwork and shared practice.
• Engaged community - work with supportive, involved whānau and motivated learners.
• Learning environment - teach in innovative learning spaces within our newly built school.
• Professional growth - access targeted professional development designed to support your professional goals and strengthen teaching practice.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative teacher who:

• is up to date with changes to the New Zealand Curriculum, including experience with structured literacy and numeracy
• is an effective teacher, with high expectations for student achievement.
• fosters meaningful, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues through clear, empathetic, and open communication
• is committed to culturally responsive practice and confidently integrates tikanga Māori and te reo Māori into everyday learning
• has experience with, or a strong interest in, project-based learning (PBL).
• creates an inclusive classroom where every tamariki feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
• works positively and proactively as part of a collaborative team
• brings a growth mindset, enthusiasm, and a willingness to contribute generously to wider school life.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking school, we would love to hear from you!