STEAM Release Teacher

Renwick School; Tasman; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Renwick School invites applications for a 0.8 fixed-term STEAM release teacher. The role supports Years 0–6 across primary and intermediate levels, contributing to a new STEAM space and hands-on learning using a growing range of resources including a laser cutter, Cricut, sewing machines, robotics, and coding gear.

The successful candidate will be creative, innovative, and enthusiastic about STEAM learning, capable of delivering engaging experiences and collaborating with school leadership to

Qualifications

• Creative and innovative classroom teaching approach.
• Genuine interest in STEAM, technology, design, making or problem solving.
• Ability to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
• Willingness to explore, experiment and learn with students.
• Proficiency with a range of technologies and resources or eagerness to develop skills.
• Understanding of authentic STEAM learning across the curriculum.
• Organised, flexible and able to work independently.
• Builds positive relationships with students and teachers.

Responsibilities

• Provide CRT release across the school while using developing STEAM facilities.
• Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences in STEAM.
• Help develop and shape a new STEAM space for the school.

Skills

Creative teaching

STEAM learning

Hands-on learning

Tools

Laser cutter

Cricut cutting machine

Sewing machines

Robotics equipment

Coding equipment

Design & technology resources

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 26/01/2027, End Date: 15/12/2027 (New initiative)

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology

Renwick School is excited to offer a new 0.8 fixed-term STEAM release teacher position for 2026.

We are looking for an innovative, creative and enthusiastic teacher who is excited by the possibilities of STEAM learning and enjoys working with students across Years 0 to 6.

This is a unique opportunity to help develop and shape a new STEAM space within our school. The successful applicant will provide CRT release across the school while using our developing STEAM facilities and resources to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences for our tamariki.

Our STEAM space is equipped with a growing range of resources, including:

• New laser cutter.
• Cricut cutting machine.
• Sewing machines and textiles equipment.
• Robotics and coding equipment.
• Design and technology resources.
• A range of hands-on making and creative materials.

We are looking for someone who:

• is a creative and innovative classroom teacher
• has a genuine interest in STEAM, technology, design, making or creative problem-solving
• can create engaging, hands-on learning experiences
• is willing to explore, experiment and learn alongside our students
• can use a range of technologies and resources, or is excited to develop their own skills
• understands how authentic STEAM learning can connect across the curriculum
• is organised, flexible and able to work independently
• builds positive relationships with students and teachers
• is excited about helping to develop something new rather than simply stepping into an established programme.

This is a new position at Renwick School, so there is an exciting opportunity for the successful applicant to have a genuine influence on what our STEAM programme becomes.

Working alongside school leadership, you will help us develop a rich, practical and engaging STEAM programme.