Principal: Visionary Educational Leader & Community Builder

Hokitika Primary School; West Coast; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PRA up to $50,000

Job summary

Hokitika Primary School is seeking an outstanding educational leader to become the next Principal of our well-established West Coast school.

We value strong relationships, community partnership and high expectations for every learner, with commitment to te ao Māori and tikanga. The successful candidate will lead curriculum, staff, and wellbeing initiatives, and collaborate with whānau, iwi and the Board.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a school or educational team
• Strong commitment to Te Reo Māori and tikanga
• Proven ability to build partnerships with whānau and iwi
• Track record of improving learner outcomes

Responsibilities

• Lead the school as principal and strategic planner
• Foster relationships with staff, students, families and the wider community
• Oversee curriculum, assessment and wellbeing initiatives
• Ensure cultural responsiveness and inclusion

Skills

Leadership

Instructional leadership

Cultural responsiveness

Community engagement

Te reo Māori understanding

Education

Master's degree in Education

New Zealand Principal Certificate

Job description

Hokitika Primary School is seeking an outstanding educational leader to become the next Principal of our well-established West Coast school.

We value strong relationships, community partnership and high expectations for every learner, with commitment to te ao Māori and tikanga. The successful candidate will lead curriculum, staff, and wellbeing initiatives, and collaborate with whānau, iwi and the Board.