Otonga Road School · Bay of Plenty
Teacher (maternity leave cover)
PrimaryFull time, Fixed term, Start Date: 03/02/2027, End Date: 15/12/2027 (Maternity leave)Beginning teachers welcome
Otonga Road School in Rotorua is seeking a full-time teacher for a fixed-term maternity leave position from 3 February to 15 December 2027. The role covers Years 1–8, with the year level matched to the successful applicant’s strengths, and suits teachers experienced in developmentally appropriate pedagogy, Structured Literacy, inclusive practice and Te Ao Māori. Beginning teachers are welcome.
- Full-time maternity leave cover
- Year level based on applicant strengths
- Structured Literacy experience valued
- Beginning teachers welcome
Closes in 14 days
Applications close 12 Oct 2026, 12pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Full-time fixed-term teaching position covering maternity leave from 3 February to 15 December 2027. The year level will match the successful applicant’s strengths, within a Years 1–8 primary and intermediate setting. Beginning teachers may apply.
What they’re looking for
- Strong relationships, humour and effective collaboration
- Commitment to Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te reo and tikanga Māori
- Developmentally appropriate, personalised teaching that builds student agency
- Inclusive practice and cultural competence
- New Zealand Curriculum knowledge and Structured Literacy experience
- Confidence using ICT and commitment to professional learning
About the school
Otonga School Te Kura o Tihiōtonga is a Rotorua learning community with engaged, respectful students and well-resourced surroundings. Its approach reflects Manaakitanga, Kaitiakitanga, Manawanui and Whanaungatanga, with learning focused on curiosity, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity.
How to apply
Applications close on 12 October 2026. The listing does not provide an application method or contact role.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 3 Feb 2027
- Ends
- 15 Dec 2027
- Listed
- 29 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Join our super team at Otonga School Te Kura o Tihiōtonga! Otonga School is a respected learning community known for motivated, respectful students and a culture grounded in our core values: Manaakitanga, Kaitiakitanga, Manawanui, and Whanaungatanga. Guided by our Learning…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 519
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 105 Otonga Road, Springfield, Rotorua
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