Years 5–8 Kaiako: PD, Wellbeing & Benefits

Upper Atiamuri School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

Sick leave 10 days from day one

Registration funded

Wellbeing hub / EAP support

Professional development

Leadership development opportunities

Childcare discount

Job summary

Upper Atiamuri School in Waikato seeks a dedicated Years 5–8 Kaiako to join our warm, whānau-centred team. This permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week, Monday to Friday) requires NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and an NZ teaching certificate.

Expect engaging learning experiences aligned with the local curriculum, strong partnerships with families, and a supportive environment that values professional growth and leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be an NZ-registered teacher with provisional or full practising certificate.
• ECE qualification and registered teacher status preferred.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver learning experiences aligned with the local curriculum.
• Build strong partnerships with parents/whānau.
• Deliver fun-filled learning experiences for tamariki.
• Practice respectful care as a core teaching value.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Parent/whānau engagement

Classroom management

Education

NZ provisional or full practising certificate

ECE qualification and registration

Job description

Upper Atiamuri School in Waikato seeks a dedicated Years 5–8 Kaiako to join our warm, whānau-centred team. This permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week, Monday to Friday) requires NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and an NZ teaching certificate.

Expect engaging learning experiences aligned with the local curriculum, strong partnerships with families, and a supportive environment that values professional growth and leadership opportunities.