Year 5 and 6 Teacher | Kaiako

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic teacher ready to inspire and empower our senior learners?

Do you believe in creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every tamaiti can thrive?

Are you committed to building strong relationships, celebrating diversity, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our tamariki?

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

We are looking for a dedicated, motivated, and collaborative Year 5–6 teacher to join our welcoming and supportive team.

The successful applicant will have a passion for teaching senior primary learners, high expectations for student achievement, and the ability to create engaging, purposeful learning experiences that encourage independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

What we offer

Enthusiastic and engaging tamariki.

A vibrant, culturally diverse school community.

A supportive and collaborative teaching team.

Quality professional learning and development opportunities.

A welcoming environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow.

We are looking for someone who:

builds positive, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues

has a strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and effective teaching practices

creates inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments

has high expectations and is committed to accelerating student progress and achievement

encourages student voice, leadership, and independence

is reflective, adaptable, and willing to contribute to a collaborative team

values te reo Māori and tikanga Māori and is committed to developing their practice in these areas.

Experience with BSLA structured literacy and Prime Maths would be an advantage.

At Rānui School, we value teachers who bring energy, creativity, and a genuine commitment to ensuring every learner feels a sense of belonging and experiences success.

We welcome applications from both experienced and beginning teachers who are excited about making a difference in our senior school.

Come and be part of our Rānui whānau!