Junior Kaiako

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Maori, The arts

A fantastic opportunity for a passionate teacher
Are you someone that wants to get up every morning and be excited to go to work? Do you value the learning potential of many contexts; 4 walls, the awa, the maunga, the stables or no walls at all? Are you ready to be part of a supportive learning whanau? If so, Taoroa School has the perfect opportunity for you
Our mantra: Happy staff = happy tamariki. This is an awesome chance to join our team at an outstanding rural school, providing the best possible outcomes for our precious akonga. Our school values personalised teaching and learning through a rich and hands-on localised curriculum that provides tamariki with life-long memories. We develop agentic akonga who are connected to our place and people, engaged in learning and empowered through taking action.
This position commences term 1, 2025. You will be in our Y0–3 junior class, approximately 15 akonga, initially teaching alongside one of our outstanding kaiako as she finishes the last term of her teaching career. This will ensure a strong handover, setting you up for success as you take this class on as your own
We are seeking an inspiring kaiako to work collaboratively with our dedicated staff, Board, and community, who has the following:
Passion and excitement for learning
Proven successful primary school teaching experience
Commitment to community
Thorough knowledge of the NZC
Good sense of humour
Taoroa School is a U1 rural primary school, 20 minutes east of Taihape with a roll of 45. Our school is supported by an amazing community and dedicated staff who all consider themselves as whanau.
If required, we have a tidy school house with amazing views and access to our school pool and new tennis court.
If you would like to join our special rural school, we would love to hear from you
How to apply To request an application pack please email:

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