Teacher (Year 0-8), Commencing 2027

At Taumata School, our vision, Whakamana te ako; kia mana te ora! Empowered to learn; empowered for life! , shapes how we teach, learn and connect every day. We are seeking exceptional teachers to join our team in 2027. Our commitment is simple: every child, in every classroom, every day deserves an excellent learning experience. Alongside strong relationships with tamariki and genuine partnerships with whānau, we have a clear and deliberate focus on high-impact teaching, explicit instruction and fidelity of practice. We are looking for educators who: Believe every child can succeed and hold high expectations for all learners. Honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi through their practice and relationships. Are committed to strengthening their reo Māori and engagement with te ao Māori. Value strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues. Are open to feedback, challenge and new learning. Bring professionalism, positivity and passion to their work. Value consistency and shared expectations. Continually seek to sharpen and improve their practice. In return, we offer: Engaged and enthusiastic learners who love coming to kura. A clear and highly organised school-wide approach to teaching and learning. Shared expectations that bring our vision and learning principles to life. Regular coaching, mentoring and improvement cycles. A supportive leadership team and Board and positive staff culture. Genuine opportunities for professional growth and leadership. Because the teacher in front of our learners is our greatest asset, we invest heavily in helping our people thrive. If this sounds like you, Taumata might be the place for you. Come and see us in action We want applicants to understand what they are signing up for. Visiting is not required, but we strongly encourage you to come and see our approach in action before applying. Check out our application pack for how to book a visit.