Maraekakaho School · Hawke's Bay
Experienced Year 2 Teacher
PrimaryFull time, Fixed term, Start Date: 01/02/2027, End Date: 28/01/2028 (Maternity cover)
Maraekākaho School is seeking an experienced teacher for a full-time Year 2 role at its semi-rural Hawke’s Bay school, about 15 minutes from Hastings. This fixed-term maternity-cover position runs from 1 February 2027 to 28 January 2028 and suits someone familiar with the refreshed curriculum, structured programmes, inclusive teaching, and responsive practice. School-wide resources include BSLA and Maths No Problem.
- Year 2 classroom teaching
- Maternity cover through January 2028
- BSLA and Maths No Problem resources
- Interviews scheduled for 28 October
Closes in 20 days
Applications close 19 Oct 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Full-time fixed-term Year 2 classroom teacher for maternity cover, from 1 February 2027 to 28 January 2028. The role uses school-wide literacy and mathematics programmes and includes collaborative planning with the teaching team.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced primary teacher for a Year 2 class
- Knowledge of the refreshed curriculum
- Experience with structured learning programmes
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to create inclusive, accessible learning
- Reflective practice and adaptability to learner needs
About the school
Maraekākaho School is a semi-rural Years 1–8 school about 15 minutes from Hastings. It uses PB4L, prioritises core values and achievement, and provides community-based and outdoor learning in a rural setting.
How to apply
Contact the principal for further details or to arrange a school visit. Applications close on 19 October 2026; interviews are scheduled for 28 October, with earlier interviews possible by arrangement.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Years 0–2
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 1 Feb 2027
- Ends
- 28 Jan 2028
- Listed
- 29 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Maraekākaho School – a thriving, semi-rural school just 15 minutes from Hastings. Maraekākaho is a PB4L school focused on core values, student achievement, and community-based learning where children and teachers love to be. We are seeking a passionate, energetic experienced…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 139
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 68 Kereru Road, Maraekakaho
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