Year 7 and 8 Teacher

Kaitaia Intermediate; Kaitaia; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaitaia Intermediate School in Northland invites applications from enthusiastic, culturally responsive teachers for Years 1–8. A Certificated teacher with a passion for growing the whole child is required, with support to develop Te Reo Māori and strong collaborative practice.

We value relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues and encourage reflective practice and ongoing professional growth within a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

• Represents high expectations for all learners.
• Uses evidence-informed teaching practices.
• Builds positive, respectful relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues.
• Is a reflective practitioner open to growth and learning.
• Works collaboratively within a teaching team and shares strengths.

Responsibilities

• Teach across Years 1–8 with a focus on holistic development.
• Promote academic, social, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
• Partner with whānau and staff to support diverse learner needs.
• Contribute to a positive school culture and professional growth.
• Develop competencies in Te Reo Māori with support.

Skills

Relational skills

Team collaboration

Reflective practice

Adaptive teaching

Education

Teaching certificate

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Primary and intermediate (Years 1-8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

Suitable for beginning teachers

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed, and culturally responsive teacher who is passionate about growing the whole child and making a positive difference for every learner.

Our school is committed to developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical wellbeing of our students through a strong focus on Ako, Manaakitanga, Whānaungatanga, and Moemoeā.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• has high expectations for all students and is committed to supporting every learner to achieve their potential
• demonstrates a strong commitment to best practice and evidence-informed teaching
• builds positive, respectful, and successful relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues
• is a reflective practitioner who is willing to learn, grow, and continually improve
• is a collaborative team member who readily shares their strengths, contributes to the team, and learns from others
• can adapt teaching strategies and approaches to respond effectively to the diverse needs of learners
• is committed to developing their understanding and use of Te Reo Māori - support will be provided.

We have a supportive and committed Leadership Team and Board of Trustees who value staff wellbeing and professional growth. We provide opportunities for our teacher to develop their practice, share their expertise, and contribute to our positive school culture.

If you are a teacher who is relational, collaborative, committed to best practice, and has high expectations for learners, we would love to hear from you.

Come and be part of a positive school culture in a beautiful community where we are committed to growing confident, capable, and well-rounded young people.