Looking for a great place to teach in 2027?

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, enthusiastic kaiako to join our fabulous team for the 2027 school year. Māpua School is a thriving full primary school of approximately 250 ākonga, situated in the beautiful seaside village of Māpua, in the Nelson/Tasman region. We believe great teaching starts with great relationships. Our Relationships First approach, commitment to inclusive education and strong sense of community create a learning environment where tamariki and staff can thrive. We are a collaborative, supportive team who work hard, have fun and are committed to providing rich, engaging learning experiences. We love making the most of our beautiful local environment, with opportunities to take learning beyond the classroom and into our coastal community. We are looking for a kaiako who: Is warm, positive and skilled at building strong learning-focused relationships. Has sound curriculum knowledge, particularly in literacy and mathematics, and delivers high-quality, engaging teaching programmes. Is committed to culturally responsive, inclusive teaching that supports the strengths and needs of all ākonga. Enjoys working collaboratively, sharing ideas and contributing to team and school wide initiatives. Encourages creativity, problem solving, curiosity and student agency. Brings energy, enthusiasm and a sense of fun to school life. Our school values are at the heart of our kura and guide the way we learn, work and grow together: Respectful (Whakaute), Resilient (Manawaroa) and Ready to Learn (Rite ki te Ako) The position is likely to be in either our Awa Team (Years 0–3) or Moana Team (Years 4–6). Please indicate your preferred teaching level in your application, or whether you would be happy to teach in either team. If you are an optimistic, organised and people-focused educator looking to join a school where relationships, collaboration and quality teaching really matter, we'd love to hear from you! You are very welcome to contact us to arrange a visit and see our lovely kura in action.