Western Heights School (Auckland)
Y1 Classroom Teacher Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2025, End Date: 17/12/2025 (Roll growth)
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
Subjects: English, Health and Physical Education, Learning Languages, Mathematics and Statistics, Science, Social Sciences, Technology, Te Reo Maori, The Arts
We pride ourselves on our warm, welcoming atmosphere and our commitment to meeting the diverse needs of our tamariki.
We Seek: A proactive and reflective educator who thrives in a play-based environment.
Someone who values diversity and is committed to supporting the unique needs of every child.
Knowledge of structured literacy and Numicon is an advantage.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A sense of humour, patience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
About You: Registered teacher with a current practising certificate.
Experience teaching at Y1 level is preferred.
Strong commitment to incorporating a structured approach to Play-Based Learning in your classroom.
Open and collaborative teacher with a flexible teaching philosophy and style.
Ability to have a laugh and not take yourself too seriously.
Dedicated to teaching and building relationships with all our students and colleagues.
Open to honest and reflective conversations with colleagues.
A sense of fun and conviviality.
Willing to try and fail, be innovative, and challenge yourself and your children to be better than before each day.
We Offer: A supportive and collaborative team environment where fun and laughter are shared with both teachers and students.
Opportunities for professional development in a school that prides itself on being ahead in teaching and learning programmes.
A future-focused environment with innovative and creative educators dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow.
A school culture that values diversity, innovation, honesty, and a great sense of humour.
Share how you would be a worthy, wise and wonderful addition to our awesome Western Heights Whanau via an application letter (no more than a page) and a CV that demonstrates your creativity, imagination, and personality in an inspiring and innovative way - no pressure ;)
How to Apply Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:
Ash Maindonald - Principal
126 Sturges Road, Henderson, Auckland 0612
******
(021) 779 009
Physical Address:
Sturges Road, Henderson, Auckland
Postal Address:
126 Sturges Road, Henderson, Waitakere, 612
#J-18808-Ljbffr