Waatea School Auckland

Y7-8 Kaiako

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated educator to join our team as a Y7-8 teacher. This position offers a challenging yet highly rewarding opportunity to work within a special character school environment and contribute to the growth and success of our students. If you're looking for a change and are passionate about teaching in a unique setting, we invite you to join us on our journey of fostering excellence and promoting cultural pride.

Waatea School 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement a culturally responsive and engaging classroom program that aligns with the English-medium/Te ao Māori approach and the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work towards achieving full New Zealand Teacher Registration, if not already attained, through the provisionally registered teacher (PRT) process.
• Collaborate with colleagues and members of the wider community to enhance the educational experiences and outcomes for students.
• Participate actively in staff meetings, professional learning communities, and school-wide initiatives.
• Use a variety of assessment tools and strategies to monitor student progress, identify areas for growth, and provide targeted support.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and their whānau to support ongoing learning and development.
• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practice, deepen cultural competence, and meet the evolving needs of our diverse student population.
• Take ownership of professional growth and actively seek out opportunities for learning and reflection.
• Engage in the Professional Growth Cycle.