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Panama Road School · Auckland

Bilingual Tongan Teacher

PrimaryFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome

Panama Road School in Auckland seeks a full-time, permanent Bilingual Tongan Teacher for a new Years 5–8 Aonga Lea Faka-Tonga class. The teacher will establish a bilingual programme for high-achieving senior primary and intermediate students, develop spoken and written Lea Faka-Tonga, and incorporate Tongan heritage, values and genealogy. Beginning teachers may apply; PBITA applies, and the start date is not stated.

  • New Years 5–8 bilingual Tongan class
  • Native-level spoken and written Lea Faka-Tonga
  • Curriculum development alongside bilingual teachers
  • Full-time permanent position with PBITA

Closes in 12 days

Applications close 17 Nov 2026, 4pm.

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About the role

Full-time, permanent teacher to establish and lead a new bilingual Tongan class for Years 5–8. The role includes developing the curriculum with other bilingual teachers, strengthening spoken and written Lea Faka-Tonga, and teaching Tongan culture, values and genealogy. The position is open to beginning teachers and includes the PBITA allowance.

What they’re looking for

  • Native-level spoken and written Lea Faka-Tonga
  • Experience developing a bilingual curriculum
  • Ability to teach sustained Tongan language use
  • Knowledge of Tongan heritage, values and genealogy
  • Strong relationships with students and families
  • Ability to support students’ cultural confidence

About the school

Panama Road School is a Years 1–8 primary and intermediate school in Auckland. The listing describes a focus on bilingual Tongan learning and supporting students’ cultural identity.

How to apply

Apply using the school’s listed application contact. Applications close on 17 November 2026.

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The role

Sector
Primary
Year level
Mixed year levels
Role
Certificated teacher
Hours
full time
Tenure
permanent
Allowances
PBITA
Listed
30 Oct 2026

In the school’s words

“Mālō e lelei! Are you passionate about shaping young minds and protecting our rich Tongan heritage? We are looking for an inspiring, fluent educator to establish a brand new Year 5 to 8 bilingual Tongan class (Aonga Lea Faka-Tonga). This…”

The school

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Panama Road School

Type
Full Primary
Authority
State
Students
356
Gender
Co-Ed
Address
139 Panama Road, Mt Wellington, Auckland

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