Year 6–8 Teacher: Structured Literacy & Math Growth

St Patrick's Catholic School (Taumarunui); Waikato; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

St Patrick's Catholic School (Taumarunui) in Waikato is seeking a Certificated teacher to join a Year 6–8 class for 2027. The role emphasizes structured literacy, high expectations, and building strong relationships with students, whānau and staff.

The position offers professional growth within a vibrant, multicultural school community connected to the parish. The successful applicant will contribute to our Catholic Special Character, collaborate with colleagues and engage in ongoing

Qualifications

• Structured literacy and evidence-informed teaching.
• Strong understanding of effective mathematics teaching and accelerating learner progress.
• Builds strong, positive relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.
• Believes in high expectations for every learner and celebrates progress and success.
• Committed to professional growth and collaboration.
• Willing to contribute positively to Catholic Special Character and faith life.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 6–8 class in 2027 at St Patrick's Catholic School (Taumarunui).
• Foster learner progress with a focus on structured literacy and maths.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage whānau in learning.
• Uphold and contribute to the Catholic Special Character of the school.

Skills

Structured literacy

Relationship building

Mathematics instruction

Professional collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

St Patrick's Catholic School (Taumarunui) in Waikato is seeking a Certificated teacher to join a Year 6–8 class for 2027. The role emphasizes structured literacy, high expectations, and building strong relationships with students, whānau and staff.

The position offers professional growth within a vibrant, multicultural school community connected to the parish. The successful applicant will contribute to our Catholic Special Character, collaborate with colleagues and engage in ongoing