English Teacher

Motueka High School; Tasman; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Motueka High School in the Tasman District invites applications from an experienced English teacher passionate about the curriculum and literacy development. The role starts 28 January 2027 and requires a collaborative approach to teaching and learning within the new curriculum and NCEA changes.

The successful candidate will contribute to a supportive school culture, engage in ongoing professional learning, and help students achieve strong literacy outcomes in a dynamic learning environment

Qualifications

• Experienced English teacher.
• Strong literacy focus.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional learning.
• Ability to work within the new curriculum and NCEA changes.

Responsibilities

• Teach English with a focus on literacy outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff to support student learning.
• Contribute to literacy initiatives and curriculum development.

Skills

English teaching

Literacy teaching

Collaboration

Professional development

Job description

We are seeking an experienced teacher who is passionate about the English curriculum and has a collaborative approach to teaching and learning. This role would start 28 January 2027.

The successful candidate will be a dedicated teacher of English, with a particular strength in literacy teaching. The successful candidate will have the confidence, motivation, and knowledge to work within the new curriculum and NCEA changes, including the new literacy requirements. A willingness to collaborate and a commitment to ongoing professional learning are essential.

Motueka High School is situated in the heart of the Tasman District close to the Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks. Our school is a supportive environment to teach and learn in, with core values of ‘Managing Self, Having Respect and Striving to Learn’.