Ngākōroa School Auckland

Kaiako – junior teacher Y0–3

Ngākōroa School is a Y1–8 school that opened in 2022 to meet the needs of the growing population of Auranga in Drury. We currently have a roll of 140 students with a view to growing to 300+ over the next few years.

This position is available due to roll growth and offers an amazing opportunity to be part of growing a new, dynamic school within a supportive community.  We are seeking a passionate, innovative and experienced kaiako to join our Kākano, junior hub (ākonga Y0–3). If you value an inclusive, collaborative learning environment and are a relationship focussed, high expectation practitioner, we would love to hear from you!

Experience and passion for learning through play pedagogies and knowledge of structured literacy (BSLA) in a New Zealand school context is an advantage. Successful applicants may be willing to teach and lead at different year levels as the needs of our growing school evolve.

At Ngākōroa School we are deliberate and genuine in enacting our vision Kawea te Mātauranga ki te Whaiao ki Te Ao Mārama; Bringing Learning to Life; giving ākonga opportunities to learn through play, and to be active learners through creative inquiry. We use strengths-based approaches and relationship-based-learning pedagogies.

A term 4 start (or sooner by negotiation).

Please apply with a cover letter stating how your strengths and experience align with our school vision and values, your CV and a completed school application form (attached).

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Primary Teachers' Collective Agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $$61,329 to $103,086, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. Individuals' actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.