Secondary Teacher - Design Technology

ACG Strathallan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ACG Strathallan seeks a Design & Technology Teacher to deliver high-quality instruction for Years 7–13, aligning with the Cambridge International curriculum. The role focuses on developing students' design thinking, practical skills and problem-solving through workshop-based learning.

The successful candidate will inspire academic excellence, engage learners with technology-enhanced lessons and contribute to pastoral care and the broader school community, with a start from Term 1 2027.

Qualifications

• Deliver engaging teaching and assessment programs aligned with curriculum requirements, college policies and schemes of work.
• Incorporate Cambridge International curriculum where applicable to support external qualifications.
• Demonstrate up-to-date subject knowledge and participate in ongoing professional development and performance review processes.
• Create an inclusive and effective learning environment that supports student achievement and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching and assessment programs aligned with curriculum requirements, college policies, and schemes of work.
• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and participate in ongoing professional development and performance review processes.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and effective learning environment that supports student achievement.
• Integrate educational technology to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality teaching resources, assessment materials and learning activities.
• Assess and monitor student progress with clear records and timely feedback.
• Set homework, projects and extension activities to support independent learning.
• Manage student behaviour and uphold high standards of conduct and wellbeing.
• Communicate professionally with parents and complete administrative responsibilities.
• Contribute to the wider life of the College through pastoral care and school events.

Skills

Curriculum delivery

Assessment

ICT integration

Pastoral care

Education

Bachelor of Education

Registered teacher

Tools

Microsoft Office

LMS

Digital learning tools

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

The Design & Technology Teacher at an ACG College plays a vital role in supporting Year 7 to 13 students' creative and technical development throughout their educational journey offering students IGCSE, AS, A2 Design and Technology.

This position involves delivering high quality instruction in Design Technology, aligned with the Cambridge International curriculum, while fostering problem solving, innovation and hands on skills.

The teacher will inspire academic excellence, encourage curiosity, and nurture students' confidence in both design thinking and practical application.

Through engaging, workshop based learning, effective assessment practices, and strong pastoral support, the teacher ensures that every student is empowered to reach their full potential, academically, creatively, and personally. The role also contributes actively to the broader school community.

This is a full-time permanent position commencing Term 1 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching and assessment programs aligned with curriculum requirements, college policies, and schemes of work.
• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and participate in ongoing professional development and performance review processes.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and effective learning environment that supports student achievement.
• Integrate educational technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality teaching resources, assessment materials, and learning activities.
• Assess and monitor student progress accurately, maintaining clear records and providing timely feedback.
• Set meaningful homework, projects, and extension activities to support independent learning.
• Manage student behaviour consistently while promoting high standards of conduct and wellbeing.
• Communicate professionally with parents and complete required administrative, attendance, and reporting responsibilities.
• Contribute to the wider life of the College through pastoral care, tutor responsibilities, Open Days and school events.

Physical address:
50 Hayfield Way, Karaka, Papakura

Postal Address:
50 Hayfield Way RD 1, Papakura, 2113