Teacher of Food Technology

Wakatipu High School - 374; Otago; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakatipu High School in Queenstown, Otago, invites applications from an enthusiastic educator to join our collaborative learning area. The successful candidate will deliver future-focused, holistic education in a flexible environment, with a commitment to student-centred growth and positive relationships across the school community.

The role requires teaching NCEA Food Technology, including the knowledge and skills for students to develop food products through the technology design framework;

Qualifications

• Teach NCEA Food Technology to level appropriate students.
• Deliver knowledge and skills for students to develop food products via the technology design framework.

Skills

Food Technology teaching

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.

The ability to teach NCEA Food Technology is required. Please note - we are looking for someone who can teach the knowledge and skills for students to develop food products through the technology design framework. There may be some Hospitality classes in addition to Food Technology.

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 Wednesday 14 October.

Closing Date: Midday on Wed 14 October 2026