Wellington · 1HB1Dn
Classroom Teacher
Discovery School
Full-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan to 17 Dec 2027)Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacherBeginning teachers welcome
Listed 30 Oct 2026 · Closes 9 Nov 2026
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and committed teacher who is keen to join the Discovery Team. The successful applicant will teach in our Te Puna Team (Years 1 to 3), have a caring disposition and be able to build strong relationships with students, whānau and colleagues. They will look to build on the strengths of students and believe that every child can thrive and grow. Knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum and effective teaching that provides quality learning programmes for all students is essential, along with a sense of fun! Strengths in tikanga and te reo Māori are also desirable. This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming, supportive and future-focused school, with a commitment to professional learning and growing our people. The position starts on 28 January 2027, with the first day of teaching to be 3 February. We have flexibility of year levels within the Year 1 to 3 range - please state your preferred level in your application. The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Primary Teachers Collective Agreement.
Learning-area tags: English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts
How to apply
Kaylene Macnee, Principal Phone04 234 7103 Emailprincipal@discovery.school.nz
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