Social Science and Literacy Teacher

Te Puke High School; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Te Puke High School invites a passionate social sciences and literacy teacher to join from the start of 2027. The role is 0.6 FTE on a fixed-term basis, with the teaching programme shaped around the strengths and specialist areas of the successful candidate.

The successful applicant will contribute to social studies and literacy, deliver practical, inquiry-based learning, and build strong relationships with ākonga, whānau and colleagues while upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments.

Qualifications

• Strong curriculum knowledge in social studies and literacy.
• Ability to deliver engaging, practical inquiry-based learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and colleagues.
• High expectations for achievement of all learners.
• Demonstrates culturally responsive practice and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Teach social studies and literacy as part of a flexible programme.
• Deliver engaging, practical, inquiry-based learning.
• Foster positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and staff.
• Uphold high expectations for learner achievement.
• Demonstrate culturally responsive practice and Te Tiriti commitments.

Job description

About the role

Te Puke High School is seeking an enthusiastic and versatile social sciences and literacy teacher to join our teaching team from the beginning of the 2027 school year.

We are looking for an applicant able to contribute to social science and literacy, with the final teaching programme shaped around the strengths, experience and specialist areas of the successful candidate.

The successful applicant will:

• have strong curriculum knowledge in social studies and literacy;
• provide engaging, practical and inquiry-based learning;
• build positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and colleagues;
• hold high expectations for the achievement and success of all learners;
• demonstrate culturally responsive practice and a commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Position Part-time (0.6 FTTE), Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)