Year 7 and 8 Teacher

Mercury Bay Area School; Whitianga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Bay Area School in Whitianga invites applications from enthusiastic teachers for 2027. You will foster belonging, strong relationships and a positive, learning-focused classroom culture while applying inclusive practice and a refreshed curriculum.

You will use assessment data to accelerate progress, implement structured literacy and maths strategies, and champion culturally responsive pedagogy as part of a supportive, reflective team.

Qualifications

• Full Teaching Council registration required.
• Current practising certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with ākonga and whānau.
• Deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching aligned with the refreshed curriculum.
• Use assessment information to accelerate student progress.
• Implement structured literacy and mathematics practices.
• Champion culturally responsive and relational pedagogy.
• Collaborate within a reflective teaching team.

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our team in 2027. We are looking for someone who is committed to providing outstanding learning opportunities for our tamariki and who believes in the power of strong relationships, inclusive practice and transformative learning.

The successful applicant will:

• build positive relationships with all ākonga and whānau, fostering a strong sense of belonging and a positive, learning-focused classroom culture
• embrace our PB4L approach, creating a safe, supportive and engaging environment where students are encouraged to thrive
• deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching aligned with the refreshed curriculum, using assessment information to accelerate student progress
• implement effective structured literacy and mathematics practices to support and extend learners at all levels
• champion culturally responsive and relational pedagogy, contributing to our vision for transformative learning and success for every student
• collaborate as part of a supportive, reflective team, sharing ideas, learning from others and continually strengthening teaching practice.

Applicants must hold full Teaching Council registration and a current practising certificate.

Live and work in beautiful Whitianga!

Located on the eastern coast of the Coromandel Peninsula, Whitianga is home to a welcoming, friendly community surrounded by stunning coastal scenery. With beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures and a wide range of recreational activities right on your doorstep, it offers an enviable lifestyle for those who enjoy the outdoors and being part of a close-knit community.

If you are an enthusiastic educator who wants to inspire young people, build meaningful relationships and contribute to a positive and future-focused learning environment, we would love to hear from you.