Pacific Studies & Social Studies Teacher—Pasifika Focus

Whangārei Girls' High School; Northland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Whangārei Girls' High School in Northland seeks a Certificated teacher to join its Social Sciences department on a full-time fixed-term contract. You will lead Pacific Studies and Junior Social Studies for Years 7–15, and support Pasifika student achievement within a collaborative, well-resourced team.

Preference is given to applicants who have trained and run Tautai programmes with Pasifika students, planned Pacific Studies programmes, and built strong Pasifika community links.

Qualifications

• Trained and run Tautai programmes with Pasifika students.
• Plan and teach Pacific Studies programmes.
• Prepare students to participate in Polyfest and build Pasifika networks.
• Commitment to raising Māori and Pasifika achievement and restorative practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within well-resourced Social Sciences departments.
• Deliver Pacific Studies and Junior Social Studies to Years 7–15.

Skills

Pacific Studies

Junior Social Studies

Restorative practices

Pasifika engagement

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Whangārei Girls' High School in Northland seeks a Certificated teacher to join its Social Sciences department on a full-time fixed-term contract. You will lead Pacific Studies and Junior Social Studies for Years 7–15, and support Pasifika student achievement within a collaborative, well-resourced team.

Preference is given to applicants who have trained and run Tautai programmes with Pasifika students, planned Pacific Studies programmes, and built strong Pasifika community links.