Whakarewarewa School Bay of Plenty

Year 3-4 Teacher

Position: Year 3/4 Classroom Teacher (Mainstream)
School: Whakarewarewa School
Location: Rotorua
Start Date: Term 2, 2026

He kura, he whānau, he hapori – a school at the heart of its community.

Whakarewarewa School is seeking a passionate and culturally responsive kaiako to join our kura as a Year 3/4 classroom teacher, commencing Term 2, 2026.

Our kura is grounded in our core values of Mana (pride), Whakaute (respect), Aroha (empathy), and Tika me te Pono (honesty). These values underpin all that we do as we work together to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where every ākonga feels valued, respected, and supported to achieve success.

We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi through authentic practice and embrace te ao Māori within our teaching and learning programmes. Strong relationships with whānau and our wider community are central to our kura.

The successful applicant will:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality learning programmes aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, staff, and whānau
• Demonstrate culturally responsive practice and a commitment to te reo me ngā tikanga Māori
• Use assessment effectively to support and accelerate student learning
• Contribute positively to our collaborative team and wider school life

We offer:

• A supportive and welcoming kura environment
• Strong collegial support and leadership
• Ongoing professional learning opportunities
• A school culture grounded in values, relationships, and student success

Visits to our kura are warmly welcomed.

Applicants must have a current New Zealand teacher registration and a valid practising certificate.