Saint Kentigern College Auckland

Technology teacher- fashion and textiles design specialist

About Saint Kentigern: 

Saint Kentigern is a leader among independent schools in Australasia, providing a high-quality, Presbyterian education for students from 3 to 18 years old across two Auckland campuses. 

About role:

Position is timetabled to teach both fashion and textiles design, as well as general Technology, in a Middle College programme. Addition experience in, or willingness to, work across different areas of Technology and/or DVC would be beneficial. We are looking for this person to join our team in 2025, or by negotiation for the preferred candidate.

Key duties and responsibilities: 

• Have the ability to teach Fashion and Textiles Design from Year 10-13
• Have a willingness to teach across a range of Technology areas from year 7-9 as part of a large team of experienced Technology teachers
• Contribute towards Technology based co-curricular clubs
• Assist with curriculum strategy, annually reviewing units of work and programmes and analysing relevant data
• Collaborate with other curriculum leaders and teachers to support the faculties and achievement of school wide strategic goals
• Promote and grow the subject and enhancing academic progress.

Key skills and experiences: 

• Registered NZ teacher with valid practicing certificate
• Teaching degree or equivalent education and/or experience
• Detailed knowledge, understanding and experience of current teaching methodologies and assessment practices
• Ability to relate effectively to young people, colleagues and other stakeholders with strong relationship management skills

What we offer:

• World class facilities, learning aids and equipment
• Competitive remuneration, above State base salary
• Subsidised Southern Cross healthcare
• Additional week’s holiday mid-year
• Student fees discount
• Access to gym
• Free on-site car parking
• Saint Kentigern allowance
• 4% KiwiSaver Employer contribution
• Staff wellbeing programme

How to apply:
Applications are to be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and are to comprise a covering letter and current CV (including the names of at least two referees). Please do not email your application.

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