Food technology teacher

Whakatane High School; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Bay of Plenty is seeking a qualified Food Technology Teacher to join a collaborative and vibrant team. This full-time permanent role emphasizes culturally responsive teaching to enhance outcomes for Māori students. The position requires participation in the co-curricular life of the school and starts on 28 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Certificated teacher required.
• Experience in improving outcomes for Māori students preferred.
• Ability to contribute to the school community and co-curricular programs.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a highly collaborative and vibrant team.
• Be highly relational and culturally responsive.
• Participate in the co-curricular life of the school.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Collaboration

Engagement with Māori students

Education

Qualified Certificated teacher

Job description

Overview

Whakatane High School, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

Food technology teacher

Full time, Permanent

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

Technology

Responsibilities

• Be part of a highly collaborative and vibrant team
• Be highly relational, culturally responsive and contribute to developing improved outcomes for Māori students
• Participate in the co-curricular life of the school
• Commence duties from 28 January 2026

Qualifications

• Qualified Certificated teacher
• Experience in improving outcomes for Māori students preferred
• Ability to contribute to the school community and co-curricular programs

How to apply

Please send your CV, cover letter, application form and direct enquiries to:

Anne Nillesen, Principal's PA
56 Goulstone Road, Whakatane
[e-mail]
[phone]

Download our application form
Teacher Application Form v91328629ff

Vacancy reference #: 1HApfK

Listed 12:21 pm 08 October 2025 • Closes 3pm 22 October 2025

School details

Whakatane High School

Type: Secondary (Year 9-15)
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 1228
Website: http://www.whakatanehigh.school.nz

School number: 144

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Physical address:
56 Goulstone Road, Whakatane

Postal Address:
Private Bag 1021, Whakatane, 3158