Scale A Junior School Position

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 20/07/2026, End Date: 16/12/2026 (Board-funded 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 Are you an enthusiastic, passionate educator who thrives in a buzzing, dynamic environment? Our vibrant and energetic junior school is looking for an exceptional Year 0–1 kaiako to join our collaborative team. This is a fixed-term role starting Term 3 2026 (or by negotiation). As the first point of contact for our newest and youngest learners, you will play a pivotal role in shaping their educational foundation. We are seeking a teacher who is dedicated to making the transition to school a positive, joyful, and successful experience, equipping our tamariki with the essential foundational skills they need for life‑long learning. As a kura, we deeply value te ao Māori and tikanga Māori practices. We are looking for a kaiako who is either ready to bring their existing knowledge into our space, or who is open and enthusiastic about learning alongside us to enrich our school culture. culturally grounded practice: A commitment to upholding tikanga Māori, fostering whanaungatanga, and embedding te ao Māori naturally into the daily life of our junior classrooms passion for play: Knowledge and experience in Play-Based Learning to foster curiosity, creativity, and social‑emotional growth foundational literacy expertise: An understanding of, or willingness to implement, Structured Literacy approaches to give our learners the best start in decoding and language success a team player: A strong advocate for collaborative planning. We work closely together, sharing ideas, resources, and successes to create the best outcomes for our junior school. We offer a highly supportive teaching environment, genuine professional development to support your cultural and pedagogical journey, and a school community that celebrates energy, innovation and fun. If you are ready to inspire our littlest learners and be part of a forward‑thinking, culturally responsive team, we would love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr