Agriculture / horticulture teacher

Waitara High School; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural-based secondary school in Taranaki is seeking an agriculture/horticulture teacher to guide students in farming practices. The role commences on January 28, 2026, and involves collaboration with a close-knit science team. Ideal candidates will have strong agriculture knowledge and communication skills. Support for teacher training is available for those transitioning from the primary sector.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of agriculture/horticulture skills.
• Ability to communicate well with teenagers.
• Willingness to teach junior general science or other subjects.

Responsibilities

• Guide the next generation of primary producers in agriculture/horticulture.
• Collaborate with the science team.
• Support students in their learning journey.

Skills

Understanding of agriculture/horticulture skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Teaching capability

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

We are looking for an agriculture / horticulture teacher to guide the next generation of primary producers in Taranaki. Position commencing on 28 January 2026.

We are a rural-based, co-ed secondary school based in Waitara, Taranaki. We have a school farm of 3.3 hectares that currently runs 40 East Friesian/Wiltshire cross ewes and 2 steers.

Attributes required:

• A solid understanding of agriculture/horticulture skills.
• Ability to communicate well with teenagers.
• Be able to work as part of a close-knit and excellence-seeking science team.
• Ability & openness to teach junior general science, or other supporting subjects.

Preferred:

• Farm management capability.

We welcome enquiries and applications from trained teachers as well as talented people in the primary sector who are looking at a career change as we can support you through teacher training.

How to apply

Applications should be submitted in the form of a CV and cover letter, including contact details of three referees.

Applications and any enquiries should be emailed to us. Our physical address is 18 Princess Street, Waitara.