Teacher of Digital Technologies

Tararua College; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tararua College invites applications for a passionate Teacher of Digital Technologies to join our supportive rural school community. The role involves delivering engaging programmes across the Digital Technologies curriculum and inspiring students to develop creativity and digital fluency using contemporary technologies.

The ideal candidate will hold a current NZ Teaching Council practising certificate (or be eligible), build positive relationships, and contribute to co-curricular opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a current New Zealand Teaching Council practising certificate (or be eligible to obtain one).
• Demonstrates a passion for digital technologies education.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues.
• Be committed to student wellbeing and achievement.
• Embrace innovation and collaborate effectively within a professional learning community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning programmes across the Digital Technologies curriculum.
• Inspire students to develop creativity, problem-solving skills, and digital fluency.
• Utilise contemporary technologies and approaches to teach digital topics.
• Support co-curricular opportunities and contribute to a supportive school community.

Skills

Digital Tech Education

Programming & Coding

Robotics & Automation

Collaborative Teaching

Education

NZ Teaching Council certificate

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Technology
PTSA

Inspire the next generation of digital innovators

Tararua College is seeking a passionate, innovative, and future-focused Teacher of Digital Technologies to join our dedicated teaching team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a supportive rural school community while helping students develop the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic educator who can deliver engaging learning programmes across the Digital Technologies curriculum. The successful applicant will inspire students to develop creativity, problem-solving skills, and digital fluency through a range of contemporary technologies and approaches.

We will highly regard teaching experience in areas such as:

• programming and coding
• digital design and media
• computer science
• robotics and automation
• emerging technologies.

About you

The ideal candidate will:

• hold a current New Zealand Teaching Council practising certificate (or be eligible to obtain one)
• demonstrate a passion for digital technologies education
• build positive and respectful relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues
• be committed to student wellbeing and achievement
• embrace innovation and collaborate effectively within a professional learning community.
• support the school's values and contribute to co-curricular opportunities.

Why join Tararua College

Tararua College is a Year 9 to 13 co-educational secondary school located in the heart of Pahiatua. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve excellence and develop as confident, connected learners.

We offer:

• a welcoming and supportive staff culture.
• opportunities for professional growth and development.
• modern teaching facilities and resources.
• the chance to make a genuine impact in a close-knit rural community.

Applications

Applications are invited from enthusiastic educators who are committed to fostering student success and preparing young people for the digital future.