Technology Teacher specialsing in Hard Materials and Digital Technology

Hinds School; Hinds; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mid Canterbury Technology Centre (MCTC) in Ashburton is seeking an innovative and hands-on Hard Materials Teacher to join our team, teaching Year 7 and 8 students across 9 feeder schools. MCTC is managed by Hinds School.

No teaching degree? No problem. We encourage industry professionals to apply and we can support the right candidate to work under a Limited Authority to Teach (LAT). Experienced, registered Technology Teachers are also welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering, building or workshop trades.
• Ability to connect with young people and foster practical learning.
• Willingness to work under a LAT or as an experienced teacher.

Responsibilities

• Share trade skills by delivering engaging, practical Hard Materials projects aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Create a safe, hands-on workshop environment that fosters creativity and real-world problem solving.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, colleagues, and the wider school community.
• Demonstrate a commitment to (or a willingness to learn and incorporate) Tikanga Māori within teaching practice.

Skills

Practical eng skills

Classroom management

Health and safety focus

Job description

Calling all engineering and workshop professionals: Are you looking for a rewarding career change?

Have you got a background in engineering, building, or general workshop trades? Are you passionate about sharing your practical skills with the next generation?

The Mid Canterbury Technology Centre (MCTC) in Ashburton is looking for an innovative and hands‑on Hard Materials Teacher to join our team, working with enthusiastic Year 7 and 8 students from 9 feeder schools. MCTC is managed by Hinds School.

No teaching degree? No problem. We highly encourage applications from industry professionals stepping out of the workshop. If you have solid practical skills, a focus on health and safety, and a great ability to connect with young people, we can support the right candidate to work under a Limited Authority to Teach (LAT). Experienced, registered Technology Teachers are also warmly invited to apply.

Key responsibilities:

• Share your trade skills by delivering engaging, practical Hard Materials projects aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Create a safe, hands‑on workshop environment that fosters creativity and real‑world problem‑solving.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, colleagues, and the wider school community.
• Demonstrate a commitment to (or a willingness to learn and incorporate) Tikanga Māori within your teaching practice.

The details: This is a permanent position starting in Term 1, 2027. A Management Unit (MU) is available for a candidate with the right skill set or leadership experience. Full- time or part‑time options considered. If you are ready to step out of the industry and into a rewarding role shaping young creators, we want to hear from you!