Assistant head of department English

Rongotai College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Wellington secondary school is seeking an innovative and relationship-focused assistant leader for its English department. The role requires a strong understanding of the curriculum and a commitment to fostering equity and excellence. The ideal candidate will be a passionate English teacher and an NZ registered teacher, capable of collaborative work to support the college's values.

Qualifications

• Must be an NZ registered teacher.
• Strong understanding of the NZ Curriculum and NCEA refresh process.
• Experience in middle or senior leadership roles is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support leadership of the English department focusing on equity and excellence.
• Demonstrate understanding of the English curriculum and innovate teaching.
• Collaborate to foster a positive school culture.

Skills

Innovative teaching methods

Collaborative skills

Relationship-focused approach

Education

NZ registered teacher

Understanding of the NZ Curriculum

Job description

Overview

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership – English. 1MU & 1 MMA.

We are looking for an innovative, energetic, and relationship-focused assistant leader for our English department.

The successful applicant will have a strong understanding of the curriculum area and upcoming changes; be an innovative and successful English teacher who is both enthusiastic, engaging and relational; be able to work collaboratively with staff in support of equity and excellence and be able to demonstrate a commitment to the college's values. Applicants must be NZ registered teachers and be fully conversant with the NZ Curriculum and NCEA refresh process.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to the leadership of the English department with a focus on equity and excellence.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the English curriculum and upcoming changes; be an innovative and successful English teacher who is enthusiastic, engaging and relational.
• Collaborate with staff to foster a positive school culture and uphold the college values.
• Maintain current NZ teaching registration and be conversant with the NZ Curriculum and NCEA refresh process.

Qualifications

• NZ registered teacher.
• Strong understanding of the NZ Curriculum and NCEA refresh process.
• Experience in middle leadership or senior leadership roles is desirable.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address: Coutts Street, Kilbirnie, Wellington

Postal Address: PO Box 14063, Kilbirnie, Wellington, 6241