Teacher of junior subjects

Te Kamo High School; Northland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A co-educational secondary school in Northland is looking for a secondary-trained teacher to join their team. The successful candidate will promote excellence and cultural responsiveness, focusing on technology and hard materials. They will support Māori students and develop a local curriculum using digital tools. Applications are welcome from reflective practitioners enthusiastic about fostering strong community relationships, with a start date aimed for term 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold high expectations for students' achievement.
• Dedication to Māori students' success.
• Reflective and collaborative teaching practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance students' learning through digital technology.
• Foster respectful relationships with students and the community.
• Contribute to the local curriculum development.

Skills

Technology education

Hard materials

DVC graphics

Teaching trades

Education

Teaching certification

Job description

School

Te Kamo High School – Whangarei, North Island

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

Suitable for beginning teachers

About the School

Are you a passionate and culturally responsive educator ready to make a real impact? Te Kamo High School is a well-resourced co-educational school in Whāngarei with approximately 800 students. Our school is committed to supporting our learners to pursue excellence and to develop as positive contributors in our community. Our school values are deeply rooted in Māori principles and guide everything we do: Tū pono (Pride), Aroha Atu (Respect), Tū Tonu (Perseverance), Ōna Tū (self-management), and Urunga (participation). These values inspire our students to be the best versions of themselves, both personally and academically.

Position Overview

We are seeking a secondary-trained teacher who embodies manaakitanga (hospitality, kindness, generosity) and whānaungatanga (respectful and meaningful relationships). The successful applicant will hold high expectations for their students and be dedicated to helping Māori to achieve success as Māori. We are seeking a reflective practitioner, who is willing to critically examine their teaching practice, collaboratively work with others to enhance students' learning, and develop strong professional relationships with our learners. All staff are expected to be involved in our Iwi/whānau system. The successful candidate will be active in continuing our development of a local curriculum while effectively using digital technology to enhance the learning experience of our students.

Qualifications and Experience

We are looking for a teacher in the following area(s):

• Technology, hard materials, ability and possible interest in teaching trades.
• DVC graphics and any other technical experience, please provide details in your application.
• Please specify subjects(s).

Working Conditions

To start in term 1, 2026 or as negotiated.

How to Apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: Te Kamo High SchoolNZ