Principal Release Teacher (Senior Class, Years 4–8)

At Turakina School, we are proud of our creative and engaged learners, our school culture, supportive families, and our well-resourced learning environments. We believe in providing a learning journey where every student is encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly collaborative educator to join our team as the Principal Release Teacher teaching the senior class Years 4-8. This is a part-time (0.6 FTTE) permanent position, ideally starting at the beginning of Term 4 although we are very happy to consider the successful applicant starting at the beginning of the 2027 school year. We are looking for someone who Is an experienced, NZ registered teacher with developing understanding of the NZC English and Mathematics & Statistics curriculum areas and knowledge and experience teaching structured literacy. Has a proven track record of teaching and planning collaboratively Builds strong, positive relationships with senior students, helping them grow in independence and agency. Understands the importance of partnership and maintains open, warm communication with our wonderful whānau and staff. Embody our school values and bring energy, flexibility, and a sense of fun to the school learning environment.