Taranaki · 1HAtPx
Classroom Teacher
Merrilands School
Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 01/02/2027, End Date: 14/12/2027 (Position dependent on external funding)Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
Listed 14 Aug 2026 · Closes 18 Sept 2026
About the role
Are you a passionate educator who loves getting hands-on with learning? At Merrilands School, we believe education happens both inside and outside the classroom. From engaging, curriculum-linked classroom learning to innovative, hands-on approaches—like utilising a Makerspace philosophy (no prior experience needed, just the right attitude), we empower our students to learn by doing. We are looking for an energetic, creative, and forward-thinking primary teacher to join our collaborative team in 2027. If you are keen to develop innovative approaches to your teaching practice and want to foster curiosity in every learner, we would love to hear from you. We have opportunities available at Year 1-2, Year 3-4, and Year 5-6. Please state your preference on your application form. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.
Learning-area tags: English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
How to apply
Please send your CV, cover letter and completed application form to: James Willson principal@merrilands.school.nz 06 758 8644 Download our application form Application For Employment at Merrilands School 2026 v2
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Roll
- 133
- School number
- 2197
- Address
- Kauri Street, New Plymouth