Hands-On Tech & Design Teacher for Years 7–8

Palmerston North Intermediate; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmerston North Intermediate invites applications for an energetic Hard Materials / Technology teacher to lead Year 7–8 projects in our Amokura specialist team. You will teach in a well-equipped workshop, helping students design, build and learn by doing.

We value creativity, safety, and culturally responsive practice, with strong workshop management. NZ teacher registration (or eligibility) and police vetting are required; join us to help students turn ideas into real outcomes.

Qualifications

• NZ teacher registration (or eligibility) required.
• Certificated teacher status with NZ teaching certification.
• Experience teaching Hard Materials / Technology to intermediate students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Hard Materials / Technology to Year 7–8 students in a well-resourced workshop.
• Plan and deliver practical, project-based learning.
• Maintain high workshop safety standards and align to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.
• Collaborate with Amokura specialist team to design and deliver integrated learning experiences.

Skills

Practical workshop skills

Student engagement

Workshop safety

Curriculum delivery

Te Tiriti o Waitangi alignment

Creativity

Education

Certificated teacher

NZ teacher registration

Tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

Palmerston North Intermediate invites applications for an energetic Hard Materials / Technology teacher to lead Year 7–8 projects in our Amokura specialist team. You will teach in a well-equipped workshop, helping students design, build and learn by doing.

We value creativity, safety, and culturally responsive practice, with strong workshop management. NZ teacher registration (or eligibility) and police vetting are required; join us to help students turn ideas into real outcomes.