Assistant Head of Technology

Tuakau College; Waikato; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuakau College in the Waikato region seeks a passionate, engaging teacher to assist in leading our Technology learning area (1MU and 1MMA) with responsibility for Digital Technology. The role commences 28 January 2027.

The successful applicant will bring strong curriculum knowledge, solid classroom management and a commitment to helping students excel. Overseas applicants must meet Level 7 degree and teacher training requirements; NZ registration is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Must have strong curriculum knowledge and classroom management.
• Experience with NCEA is advantageous.
• Overseas applicants must have Level 7 degree and teacher training.

Responsibilities

• Lead Technology learning area (1MU and 1MMA).
• Deliver Digital Technology curriculum.
• Support student engagement and assessment.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Digital Technology instruction

Education

Three-year specialist degree (Level 7)

Teacher training Level 7

NZ Teachers Council registration (preferred)

Job description

Secondary (Years 7-15) / wharekura, Middle leadership
Technology
1MU and 1MMA

We require a passionate, engaging and energetic teacher to assist in leading our Technology learning area, commencing 28January 2027 (1MU and 1MMA), with a responsibility for Digital Technology.

This outstanding classroom teacher will have good curriculum knowledge, strong classroom management skills and be passionate about helping students learn. Experience with NCEA an advantage. Please advise specialist subjects (preferably Digital Technology).

This position has also been advertised under the 'Auckland' region.

For overseas applicants, you are required to have a 3-year specialist degree at Level 7 with a 1-year teacher training Level 7 qualification. It is an advantage to have New Zealand teacher registration with the NZ Teachers Council. You must have a least 5 years’ experience in the classroom.

Your conditions of work and salary are based on the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement 2002-2025. The salary range is from $70,779 ($34.02/hr) to $103086 ($49.56/hr). A salary assessment needs to be completed to decide the salary grade you will be placed on.

Come and join our staff and help inspire our young students to do the very best in all things!