Huanui College Northland

Subject teacher - Humanities

Huanui College is an independent, coeducational Y7–13 school, located in Whangarei 10 minutes from the city. We are dedicated to fostering achievement by providing an environment that encourages all students to develop their abilities, strive for personal excellence and development which is reflected in our dynamic and supportive learning environment.  

Our teachers have excellent curriculum knowledge, are up-to-date with best teaching practice and care for students and their outcomes by providing inspiring lessons. They have high expectations for behaviour and academic outcomes, share core values and student well-being is at the forefront. Teachers are on time, prepared, have good classroom behaviour management modelling what they expect. Students are accountable for their actions and are expected to engage with each other, the teacher and their learning.   

We are looking for a highly motivated, well-organised, collaborative and motivated individual to join our Humanities Learning Area to deliver engaging and effective lessons which cater for students' individual needs.

The humanities learning area is dedicated to the development of Learner Agency throughout both the Junior and Senior Curriculum. Skills based learning is essential for curiosity and engagement with students encouraged to take ownership of their learning through social construction and reflection, developing their critical thinking skills.  

A knowledge of the Cambridge International curriculum would be an advantage but is not essential.  

To excel in this position you should have:

• A strong subject knowledge and a passion for Humanities
• The ability to inspire and motivate students
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Willingness to collaborate and develop resources to support student curiosity, engagement and skill development
• Good communication and relationship skills 
• The ability to provide a high challenge/high support learning environment
• A focus on self-reflection and an ethos of continuous improvement. 

Applicants are welcome to come and visit the college to view our learning environment.

Start date 21 January 2025.