Teacher of Digital Technologies

School Jobs; Otago; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakatipu High School in Queenstown seeks an experienced and qualified teacher with knowledge of Digital Technologies and Computer Science to join our collaborative learning area. The role involves delivering future-focused, student-centred instruction and developing courses aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum.

You will be confident teaching programming, with Python knowledge seen as beneficial, and capable of contributing to all-round education of our students. Start date 25 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Experienced and qualified teacher.
• Knowledge of Digital Technologies and Computer Science, including ability to teach programming.
• Knowledge of Python language beneficial.
• Opportunity to develop new courses aligned with NZ Curriculum.

Skills

Digital Technologies

Computer Science

Programming

Python

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Wakatipu High School’s vision is for Aotearoa New Zealand’s best all-round education. We are looking for a great educator to join our collaborative and forward-thinking learning area and school. The successful applicant will be excited by the opportunity to deliver a future-focused and holistic education in a flexible learning environment - they will be pedagogically progressive, student-centred, have a growth mindset, form effective relationships, and be ready to contribute to the all-round education of our students.

We are seeking an experienced and qualified teacher with knowledge of Digital Technologies and Computer Science, including the ability to teach programming. Knowledge of the Python programming language would be beneficial. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to assist in the development of new courses in line with updated New Zealand Curriculum.

In your application, please clearly state your specific areas of strength within Digital Technologies and Computer Science.

Wakatipu High School is a well-resourced, co-educational school with a growing roll of more than 1600 students, situated in Queenstown in the stunning Wakatipu Basin.

Applications close midday on 17 September

Start date: 25 January 2027