Technology Teacher

Wainuiomata Intermediate; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wainuiomata Intermediate School is seeking a permanent Technology Teacher to inspire Year 7 and 8 students with hands-on materials technology lessons in a collaborative Specialist Teaching Department.

This role can be part-time (0.8) or full-time, with start in Term 4 2026 or Term 1 2027, offering opportunities to develop innovative products and design thinking within a supportive whānau environment.

Qualifications

• Qualifications: Holds a teaching qualification or has experience in materials technology or a related field and is willing to train as a teacher.
• Experience: Has experience working with intermediate-age students.
• Teaching Skills: Demonstrates effective teaching methodologies.
• Passion: Is passionate about fostering creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.
• Collaboration: Enjoys working with colleagues and whānau.
• Skills: Has excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Special Skills: Strengths in building, engineering, materials technology, and/or design and visual communication.
• Tech Enthusiasm: Experience or enthusiasm for 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, or acrylic molding is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Create Engaging Lessons: Develop and deliver creative, curriculum-aligned materials technology programs for Year 7 and 8.
• Integrate Te Ao Māori and Sustainability: Incorporate these principles into your teaching.
• Safe Instruction: Provide effective, safe instruction on using tools and equipment in our workshops.
• Positive Learning Environment: Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
• Build Strong Relationships: Foster connections with students, parents, and whānau.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the ongoing development of our specialist curriculum.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Creativity

Education

Teaching qualification or related field experience

Tools

3D printers

Laser cutters

CNC routers

Acrylic molding

Job description

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

Technology

Wainuiomata Intermediate School is seeking a permanent Technology Teacher. This role can be part-time (0.8) or full-time, based on your needs and experience. The role can start in Term 4 2026 or Term 1 2027.

Role overview

Join our dynamic Specialist Teaching Department and inspire Year 7 and 8 students in materials technology. You'll create hands‑on lessons that introduce students to various materials and their uses in designing innovative products.

Key responsibilities

• Create Engaging Lessons: Develop and deliver creative, curriculum-aligned materials technology programs for Year 7 and 8.
• Integrate Te Ao Māori and Sustainability: Incorporate these principles into your teaching.
• Safe Instruction: Provide effective, safe instruction on using tools and equipment in our workshops.
• Positive Learning Environment: Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
• Build Strong Relationships: Foster connections with students, parents, and whānau.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the ongoing development of our specialist curriculum.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Qualifications: Holds a teaching qualification or has experience in materials technology or a related field and is willing to train as a teacher.
• Experience: Has experience working with intermediate-age students.
• Teaching Skills: Demonstrates effective teaching methodologies.
• Passion: Is passionate about fostering creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.
• Collaboration: Enjoys working with colleagues and whānau.
• Skills: Has excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Special Skills: Strengths in building, engineering, materials technology, and/or design and visual communication.
• Tech Enthusiasm: Experience or enthusiasm for 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, or acrylic molding is an advantage.

Additional opportunities

LAT Candidates: Those with workshop experience should apply if prepared to study towards a teaching qualification.

This position qualifies for the Teacher Bonding Scheme (TBS). The eligible teacher recruited into this vacancy will receive annual payments accumulating to a maximum of $40,000 (before tax) after 5 years. See Teacher Bonding Scheme for more information.

Become a part of our team, helping our students reimagine their futures!