Wairakei School · Waikato
Classroom Teacher (A)
PrimaryFull-time, Fixed-term (27 Jan 2027 to 25 Jan 2028)Beginning teachers welcomePRT mentoring
Wairakei School, north of Taupō, is seeking a full-time classroom teacher for Years 1–8 from 27 January 2027 to 25 January 2028, covering parental leave. The year level will be confirmed through the school’s 2027 structure, with applicants encouraged to outline their teaching strengths; beginning teachers may apply, and experience with structured literacy, maths programmes or te reo Māori is valued.
- Full-time parental leave cover for 2027
- Year level confirmed after 2027 structure
- Beginning teachers welcome to apply
- BSLA, Oxford Maths and te reo Māori valued
Closes in 4 days
Applications close 9 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, fixed-term classroom teaching position from 27 January 2027 to 25 January 2028, covering parental leave. The year level will be confirmed after the 2027 class structure is set, with the successful teacher's strengths considered; the role reports to a team leader. Support includes induction, professional learning, structured literacy guidance and support for beginning teachers.
What they’re looking for
- Current Tūturu, Pūmau or Tōmua practising certificate
- Curiosity and initiative in supporting student progress
- Confidence using technology and improving systems
- Willingness to work with whānau and contribute beyond the classroom
- Experience with BSLA, Oxford Maths or Maths No Problem
- Capability in te reo Māori
About the school
Wairakei School is a rural Years 1–8 school just north of Taupō. Students are well known, whānau are closely connected with staff, and tikanga Māori is part of everyday learning alongside the school's POWER values.
How to apply
Apply through the school office using the application contact provided in the listing, including a cover letter that explains your strongest teaching areas. Applications close 9 November 2026; school visits can be arranged through the school office.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 27 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 25 Jan 2028
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Wairakei Primary School, Taupō, needs a full-time classroom teacher for the whole of 2027, covering parental leave. The year level is settled once the school's structure for 2027 is confirmed, which means your strengths help decide where you land. Say…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 346
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 2 Kauri Drive, Wairakei, Taupo
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