Materials Tech Teacher: Design, Fabrication & Innovation

Hastings Intermediate; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hastings Intermediate seeks a passionate technology teacher for 2027. The role focuses on building strong relationships with students and whānau and developing a robust technology curriculum, including wood/metalwork, 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting and plastics.

The successful candidate will contribute to an innovative, inclusive learning environment, apply culturally responsive practices, and participate as a collaborative team member with a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience in New Zealand schools.
• Ideal upper primary/intermediate classroom experience.
• Willingness to inquire about professional practice.
• Future-focused on teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Be an enthusiastic teacher who can build positive and effective relationships with students and whānau.
• Have strong technology curriculum knowledge with skills in designing material outcomes with wood/metalwork, 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting and plastics.
• Be willing to inquire about their professional practice.
• Create an innovative and inclusive learning environment.
• Incorporate culturally responsive practices to engage tamariki and value wellbeing.

Skills

Positive relationships

Enthusiastic teaching

Growth mindset

Team player

Education

Experience in NZ schools

Tools

3D printing

CNC

Laser cutting

Woodworking

Metalworking

Plastics

Job description

Hastings Intermediate seeks a passionate technology teacher for 2027. The role focuses on building strong relationships with students and whānau and developing a robust technology curriculum, including wood/metalwork, 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting and plastics.

The successful candidate will contribute to an innovative, inclusive learning environment, apply culturally responsive practices, and participate as a collaborative team member with a positive attitude.