Classroom Teacher 1MU plus release

4 days ago


Flat Bush, New Zealand Ko Taku Reo Deaf Education New Zealand Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$100,000 per year

We need a skilled and motivated teacher

Ko Taku Reo
is looking for an exceptional teacher to join our Ormiston Team. This is an
opportunity to grow your expertise - from being a great classroom teacher to
becoming a great Teacher of the Deaf.

We're
looking for a teacher who brings curiosity, energy and fresh ideas to
help our learners thrive. You'll have strong knowledge of teaching and
learning, a commitment to student wellbeing and a passion for making a
difference. We'll support you to develop skills in NZSL, and deepen your
understanding of Deaf Culture and the Deaf community.

Why teach at Ko Taku Reo?

  • 1 FTU (Fixed Term Unit)
  • Small class sizes (2–10
    students per class group)
  • PLD and daily support
    to become fluent in NZSL
  • Highly supported
    classrooms with Teacher Aides of the Deaf, Speech-Language Therapists and
    Educational Interpreters
  • 5 days CRT per term (as
    per PTCA), plus additional release during induction
  • Eligibility for an MoE
    Study Award to complete a Postgraduate Teacher of the Deaf qualification,
    with significant release time provided
  • NZSL allowance (on
    completion of study)
  • Relocation support (if
    applicable)

Ko Taku Reo is a Priority
Staffing School, if successful in securing a place on the Teacher Bonding
Scheme this position will be supported by this. This is equivalent to $40,000
over 5 years.

We'd love
to host you for a visit - in person or online - to see our school in action. For
questions or to discuss the role, please contact:

Olivia Gorman, Head of Enrolled School, 

Only applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be
considered for this position. However, we may seek to interview or appoint
suitable candidates prior to closing so please apply early.

Applications close 5pm, Sunday 2 November 2025