Year 8 Team Leader: Inspire, Coach & Shape Transition

Ōtūmoetai Intermediate; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ōtūmoetai Intermediate in Tauranga seeks an outstanding, future-focused educator to lead the Year 8 team. You will inspire students and staff, shaping a pivotal transition year with high expectations and a collaborative culture.

The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum, strong coaching skills, and the ability to build meaningful partnerships with whānau, staff, and the wider community.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of inspiring students and staff.
• Deep knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum and Year 7–8 teaching practices.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and relational skills to support team growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead a vibrant Year 8 team and guide students through transition to secondary school.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, collaboration, and student agency.
• Build partnerships with whānau, staff, and the wider community.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum knowledge NZ

Coaching & mentoring

Communication with whānau

Job description

Ōtūmoetai Intermediate in Tauranga seeks an outstanding, future-focused educator to lead the Year 8 team. You will inspire students and staff, shaping a pivotal transition year with high expectations and a collaborative culture.

The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum, strong coaching skills, and the ability to build meaningful partnerships with whānau, staff, and the wider community.