Teacher of technology hard materials (woodwork and engineering) – 2026

Waitakere College; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in Auckland is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of technology hard materials (woodwork and engineering) for a full-time, permanent role in 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching and understanding of the current technology curriculum, along with a passion for engaging in extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching hard materials (woodwork and engineering).
• Understanding of the current technology curriculum.
• NZ Teaching Certification Registration Number required.

Responsibilities

• Teach workshop hard materials to secondary students.
• Participate in Professional Development Programme.
• Engage in extracurricular activities.

Skills

Teaching workshop hard materials

Understanding technology curriculum

Engagement in extracurricular activities

Education

NZ Teaching Certification

Job description

Overview

Teacher of technology hard materials (woodwork and engineering) – 2026

Full time, Permanent

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

Technology

We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and creative teacher to join our vibrant technology team at Waitākere College.

The ideal applicant will have experience and skills in teaching workshop hard materials (woodwork and engineering) and demonstrate a good understanding of the current technology curriculum, relevant Achievement and Unit Standards.

Applications from unqualified teachers will also be considered through the LAT pathway (e.g. someone with a trades background) or as an employment-based trainee teacher possibility. Otherwise, please state your NZ Teaching Certification Registration Number and Category.

If you are an overseas based teacher you must already hold NZ teaching registration or have applied for registration.

The successful candidate will have confidence and capabilities with technology and be an active participant in our Professional Development Programme, including Relationship Based Learning (RBL). There is an expectation of involvement in extracurricular activities offered at the college.

Responsibilities

• Teach workshop hard materials (woodwork and engineering) to secondary students (Years 7–15 / wharekura).
• Be an active participant in the Professional Development Programme, including Relationship Based Learning (RBL).
• Involve in extracurricular activities offered at the college.
• Deliver the current technology curriculum and relevant Achievement and Unit Standards.

Qualifications

• Experience and skills in teaching workshop hard materials (woodwork and engineering).
• Understanding of the current technology curriculum and relevant Achievement and Unit Standards.
• NZ Teaching Certification Registration Number and Category required, or eligibility via LAT pathway or as an employment-based trainee; or applicable status for overseas-based applicants.
• If overseas-based, must hold NZ teaching registration or have applied for registration.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
42 Rathgar Road, Henderson, Auckland

Postal Address:
PO Box 21144, Henderson, Waitakere, 0650