Māngere East School · Auckland
Teacher - Tongan Bilingual Unit
PrimaryFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Māngere East School in Auckland is seeking a full-time, permanent teacher for its Tongan Bilingual Unit, serving Years 1–8. Applicants must be fluent in Lea Faka-Tonga and English, understand the New Zealand Curriculum and Te Mātaiaho, and work with students, staff and whānau; beginning teachers may apply. The start date is not specified, and the role includes the Priority Teacher Supply Allowance.
- Tongan Bilingual Unit opened in 2023
- Lea Faka-Tonga and English fluency required
- ICT and culturally responsive teaching advantageous
- Priority Teacher Supply Allowance included
Closes in 19 days
Applications close 24 Nov 2026, 9am.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent teacher in the Tongan Bilingual Unit at Māngere East School, working across Years 1–8. The unit opened in 2023 and requires fluency in Lea Faka-Tonga and English, with a strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and Te Mātaiaho. The role includes the Priority Teacher Supply Allowance and is open to beginning teachers; the start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Fluency in Lea Faka-Tonga and English
- Understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and Te Mātaiaho
- Collaborative work with teachers, learners and parents
- High expectations for tamariki and learning outcomes
- ICT and innovative teaching within a Tongan cultural framework
- Relevant classroom or leadership experience
About the school
Māngere East School is an Auckland primary and intermediate school for Years 1–8. Its Tongan Bilingual Unit operates within a Tongan cultural and language framework.
How to apply
Complete the online application form, then send a CV and covering letter to the school. Include your curriculum strengths, preferred year levels and relevant experience; applications close 24 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- Priority Teacher Supply Allowance (PTSA)
- Listed
- 4 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“‘Oku mau fiema’u ha faiako Tonga ke kamata he ta’u kaha’u ki hono kamata’i e kalasi lea fakatonga ‘i Māngere East Primary. ‘Oku mau fie ma’u ha taha poto he lea Faka-Tonga mo e lea Faka-Pilitānia pea pehe foki ki…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 561
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 21 Yates Road, Mangere East, Auckland
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