Teacher - Senior School

We are seeking a passionate teacher to join our senior school team to build on the learning foundations that have been set at Tauwhare. You’ll bring strong classroom practice, a commitment to collaboration, and a passion for learner leadership and continuous improvement.

Tauwhare Primary School is a rural state primary school nestled at the foot of the beautiful Scotsman Valley, just 10 – 15 minutes drive from Hamilton, Cambridge or Morrinsville. Although traditionally a farming area, a large number of newly developed rural subdivisions has enhanced Tauwhare School. The mission of Tauwhare School is to provide a balanced yet challenging education for all students to develop their potential, while providing extra assistance to those who require extension or additional support.

We are seeking someone who:

Has experience teaching within the New Zealand Curriculum.

Holds a current Teaching Council practising certificate (full registration preferred).

Be eligible to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Build positive relationships with ākonga, whānau, colleagues, and the wider community.

Demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge and effective teaching in literacy and mathematics.

Use assessment to respond to learning needs and accelerate progress.

Contribute to collaborative planning, professional learning, and school-wide improvement.

Uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi and value the identities, languages, and cultures of all learners.

Foster independence, resilience, and leadership through high expectations, engaging learning, and a sense of humour.

Ready to make a difference in a connected rural kura? We’d love to hear from you. School visits are welcome.

This position will commence at the start of Term 1 2027.