Year 7 and 8 Teacher

Kaitaia Intermediate; Northland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaitaia Intermediate in Northland, New Zealand, is seeking an enthusiastic, culturally responsive teacher for a fixed-term, start 28 January 2027, ending 27 January 2028. The role covers Primary and Intermediate (Years 1–8) with a broad range of subjects and a commitment to Ako, Manaakitanga, Whānaungatanga and Moemoeā.

The successful applicant will have Certificated teaching status, high expectations for learners, and a collaborative, reflective approach.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging lessons for Years 1–8 across key learning areas.
• Foster positive relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.
• Collaborate with the team to adapt teaching to diverse learner needs.
• Contribute to school culture and professional growth.

Skills

High expectations

Evidence-informed teaching

Collaborative team player

Reflective practitioner

Adaptive teaching strategies

Te Reo Māori understanding

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Special Project)

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

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.