Year 4 to 6 Classroom Teacher

Kaikōura Suburban School; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaikōura Suburban School invites applications for an innovative and enthusiastic teacher to cover a maternity leave in a small rural setting at the Kaikōura Flat, near Mt Fyffe. The successful candidate will foster high expectations, participate in school activities, and lead kapa haka or digital technologies where appropriate.

The role requires NZ Teacher Registration and a current practising certificate, recent NZ teaching experience (preferably Year 4–6), and strong curriculum knowledge with

Qualifications

• Hold New Zealand Teacher Registration and a current practising certificate.
• Have recent successful experience teaching in a New Zealand school, preferably Year 4–6.
• Demonstrate up-to-date curriculum knowledge and effective classroom management.
• Be a team player and contribute to school activities.
• Be willing to lead kapa haka or digital technologies in our school.
• Possess a good sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons to Year 4–6 students in a small rural school.
• Plan, assess and reflect on student progress to support learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff to foster a positive school culture and strong community links.
• Lead kapa haka or digital technologies initiatives as part of school programmes.
• Contribute to school activities and events beyond the classroom.
• Support school values and maintain high expectations for student behaviour.
• Be prepared to start maternity cover on a negotiated start date.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Team player

Kapa haka leadership

Digital technologies leadership

Humour/positive outlook

Education

NZ Teacher Registration & practising certificate

Job description

We are seeking an innovative and enthusiastic teacher to join our small, rural school on the Kaikōura Flat at the foot of majestic Mt Fyffe. If the outdoors is your thing, you won't get better than the experiences Kaikōura can offer. We have the mountains, we have the sea and now we need you!

This position is covering a staff member who will be taking maternity leave.

The successful applicant will:

• hold New Zealand Teacher Registration and a current practising certificate
• have recent successful experience teaching in a New Zealand school, preferably in the Year 4 to 6 area
• be able to demonstrate up to date curriculum knowledge and effective classroom management
• be a team player to work with our wonderful staff
• foster our school values through high expectations
• be willing to actively contribute to school activities
• have the ability to lead kapa haka or digital technologies in our school
• have a sense of humour.

The expected start date is Tuesday 30 March 2027, but will be negotiated with the successful applicant.