Leader in English

Takapuna Grammar School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Takapuna Grammar School in Auckland is seeking an experienced full-time English teacher to lead the English department and drive curriculum development and assessment reform.

The successful candidate will bring strong English pedagogy, leadership and staff-management skills, and a willingness to engage with NZ curriculum changes. This role includes participation in the school's extensive co-curricular programme and begins Term 1, 27 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be NZ registered to teach in NZ.
• Experience leading and managing a department.
• Strong English pedagogy and curriculum development skills.
• Willingness to lead curricular and assessment changes.

Responsibilities

• Take on leadership of the English department and oversee curriculum and assessment.
• Lead change initiatives in senior and junior programmes and manage staff.
• Participate in the school’s extensive co-curricular programme.

Skills

English teaching

Leadership

Staff management

Curriculum development

Education

NZ Registered Teacher

Job description

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About the role

Takapuna Grammar School is seeking an experienced full-time teacher of English to take on a leadership role in the English department.

The upcoming changes in the NZC provide an opportunity for development and change in both our senior and junior programmes, and this role involves responsibilities in these areas.

The successful applicant will be someone with a strong educational background in English and experience in leadership and staff management. Expertise in teaching and learning, and a willingness to assess and lead change, where necessary, in our curriculum and assessment programmes are also important qualities we would expect applicants to have.

Management units will be available for the right candidate once the role is agreed upon and established.

This position commences Term 1, 27 January 2027. All staff are expected to participate in the school’s extensive co-curricular programme.

Applicants must be NZ registered teachers and have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.