Hard Materials Technology Teacher

Are you an enthusiastic, creative teacher who loves working with young people and bringing learning to life through practical experiences?

Ohakune Primary School is seeking a Hard Materials Technology Teacher to work with Year 7–8 learners from our contributing schools in the wider Ruapehu community starting in February 2027.

Our Technology Centre provides an important opportunity for learners to develop practical skills, creativity, problem-solving and independence while working alongside students from different schools.

We are looking for someone who:

Is passionate about teaching Years 7–8 learners

Enjoys practical, hands-on and authentic learning

Can create engaging Technology programmes that inspire and challenge learners

Builds positive relationships quickly with learners from a range of schools and backgrounds

Has strong classroom management and organisation skills

Creates a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment

Is adaptable, collaborative and enjoys working as part of a team

Can connect learning to the local environment, community and real-world contexts

Is committed to developing confident, capable and resilient young people

At Ohakune Primary School, we are proud of our strong connections with our contributing schools and the wider Ruapehu community.

Our Technology programme gives learners the chance to make, create, design, problem-solve and learn practical skills that they can take with them into the future.

You will be joining a supportive staff team that values relationships, learner wellbeing and high-quality learning.

If you are an energetic and innovative teacher who enjoys working with intermediate-aged learners and wants to make a difference through practical and engaging learning, we would love to hear from you. This position will be part time with the possibility of teacher release cover across the school to create a full time position.

Please send your CV and covering letter to Lisa Clark, Principal

[email protected]

Applications close: 30 October 2026