Year 4–6 Teacher – Permanent, Full-time

Tongariro School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tongariro School in Tūrangi is seeking an enthusiastic Year 4–6 teacher to join our kura from the beginning of 2027. We are a unique Year 1–13 area school where relationships matter and teachers can make a real difference.

We value strong literacy and mathematics teaching, responsive classroom practice, and an inclusive environment where tamariki can succeed through explicit teaching and learning; applicants must hold NZ teacher registration and a current practising certificate; visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ teacher registration and a current practising certificate.
• Focus on strong literacy and mathematics teaching and explicit teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality literacy and mathematics instruction for Year 4–6 students.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that supports all tamariki to succeed through explicit teaching and learning.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and staff to support learner outcomes.

Skills

Year 4–6 teaching

Collaborative approach

Literacy teaching

Mathematics teaching

Inclusive education

Job description

Area / composite (Years 1–15), Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Teacher bonding scheme may apply. Subject to Ministry of Education eligibility criteria.

Looking for more than just your next teaching job? Come and join us in Tūrangi.

Tongariro School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 4–6 teacher to join our kura from the beginning of 2027.

We are a unique Year 1–13 area school where relationships matter, tamariki are known and valued, and teachers have the opportunity to make a real difference. Our values of Whakaute, Kotahitanga, Tuakiritanga and Whanaungatanga sit at the heart of our kura.

We’re looking for a teacher who builds strong relationships, has high expectations for learners and brings energy, creativity and a collaborative approach to teaching. You’ll be committed to strong literacy and mathematics teaching, responsive classroom practice, and creating an inclusive environment where tamariki can succeed through explicit teaching and learning.

Why Tūrangi?

Live and work in one of Aotearoa’s most spectacular playgrounds. With Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupō, the Tongariro River and the mountains on our doorstep, Tūrangi offers an incredible outdoor lifestyle without the traffic and pace of a large city.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher looking for a change or a beginning teacher ready to start your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Come for the opportunity. Stay for the people, the place and the lifestyle.

Applicants must hold current New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate and be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Note we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.