Food Technology Teacher

Saint Kentigern; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Facilities

Remuneration

Healthcare subsidy

Holiday entitlement

Student fees discount

On-site parking

Staff allowance

KiwiSaver 4%

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Saint Kentigern invites applications for a permanent full-time teaching leadership position at our Auckland campuses. You will provide professional leadership within learning areas, uphold high standards of teaching, and contribute to curriculum strategy and data-informed planning.

The role requires NZ teacher registration, a teaching degree, strong communication, collaboration, and a commitment to our co-curricular programme and health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Registered NZ teacher with valid practising certificate required.
• Teaching degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Detailed knowledge of current teaching methodologies and assessment practices.
• Ability to relate effectively to young people, colleagues and stakeholders with strong relationship management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Positive and collaborative team member with enthusiasm for promoting faculties and staff.
• Willingness to uphold Saint Kentigern's character and co-curricular programme.
• Strong understanding of health and safety and commitment to best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership within the learning areas.
• Ensure the maintenance of high standard teaching and learning.
• Assist with curriculum strategy, annually reviewing units of work and programmes and analysing relevant data.
• Collaborate with other curriculum leaders and teachers to support faculties and achievement of school-wide goals.
• Promote and grow the subject and enhance academic progress.

Skills

Registered NZ teacher with valid Pract

Teaching degree or equivalent

Teaching methods & assessment

Relationship management

Communication skills

Team player

Cultural alignment

Health & safety

Education

Teaching degree or equivalent education and/or experience

Job description

• Permanent Full-Time Position
• Closing Date: 30 October 2026

About Saint Kentigern:

Saint Kentigern is a leader among independent schools in Australasia, providing a high-quality, Presbyterian education for students from 3 to 18 years old across two Auckland campuses. Offering world class values-based, holistic learning; we are focused on academic excellence, extensive co-curriculum, student well-being and service to others. In addition to this, Saint Kentigern provides a close-knit community of dedicated staff, inspired students and supportive parents.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Provide professional leadership within the learning areas
• Ensure the maintenance of high standard teaching and learning
• Assist with curriculum strategy, annually reviewing units of work and programmes and analysing relevant data
• Collaborate with other curriculum leaders and teachers to support the faculties and achievement of school wide strategic goals
• Promote and grow the subject and enhancing academic progress.

Key skills and experiences:

• Registered NZ teacher with valid practicing certificate
• Teaching degree or equivalent education and/or experience
• Detailed knowledge, understanding and experience of current teaching methodologies and assessment practices
• Ability to relate effectively to young people, colleagues and other stakeholders with strong relationship management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive and collaborative team member, showing enthusiasm and commitment to promoting their faculties and respect to staff
• Willingness to uphold the special character and culture of Saint Kentigern and commitment to the co-curricular programme of the college
• Strong understanding of health and safety and committed to upholding and role modelling best practice.

What we offer:

• World class facilities, learning aids and equipment
• Competitive remuneration, above State base salary
• Subsidised Southern Cross healthcare
• Additional weeks holiday mid-year
• Student fees discount
• Access to gym
• Free on-site car parking
• Saint Kentigern allowance
• 4% KiwiSaver Employer contribution
• Staff wellbeing programme

Closing date: 30 October 2026

Please note: Only candidates with valid working rights in New Zealand and a current teacher registration from New Zealand Teaching Council will be considered.