Education Gazette

Year 4-6 Classroom Teacher
Owhiro Bay School · Wellington
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Year 4-6 teacher for a one-year fixed-term position, starting Term 1, 2027. This role requires an educator with strong inclusive practice and able to differentiate programmes to meet all learning needs where all students thrive. You will be creative, energetic, and willing to go the extra mile to engage a class of fun, enthusiastic learners. Established knowledge of the Science of Learning and demonstrated experience with structured approaches to teaching literacy and maths would be advantageous. Furthermore, a strong willingness to embrace and actively integrate te reo me ona tikanga Māori into daily practice is essential. Please outline your curriculum strengths and interests in your covering letter.
In return, you'll join a genuinely supportive and highly collaborative team, who will appreciate your active contribution of ideas and expertise to the staff culture. Our school whānau are keenly involved in the life of the school and whānaungatanga is strong. If you are a dynamic teacher with a sense of humour, ready for a challenging yet incredibly rewarding role, please apply via email.
Direct enquiries to:
Cilla Scott, Principal
- Phone
- 04 383 7189
How to apply
Email your CV and cover letter to: principal@owhiro.school.nz
Reference 1HB1ad
Role details
- Role
- Classroom teacher
- Sector
- Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi
- Position
- Full-time, fixed-term
- Dates
- 2 February 2027 to 17 December 2027
- Reason for fixed-term position
- Ministry have advised us to no permanent appointments at this time due to our roll.
- Incentives and allowances
- None listed
- Learning areas
- English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
- Region
- Wellington
About Owhiro Bay School
Happy Valley Road, Owhiro Bay
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Reference 1HB1ad · https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HB1ad
