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Year 9–10 Teacher – Flexible Curriculum Areas

Tokomairiro High School · Otago

Full-timeFixed-term (27 Jan 2027 to 26 Jan 2028)Suitable for beginning teachers

About the role

Tokomairiro High School is seeking an enthusiastic, adaptable and relational teacher to join our team of dedicated kaiako.

This position will primarily involve teaching Year 9 and 10 students across a combination of curriculum areas. We have flexibility within our timetable and are interested in teachers with strengths in English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Technology or Performing Arts. The teaching programme will be shaped by the strengths and experience of the successful applicant.

This opportunity could suit either a primary or secondary-trained teacher who is passionate about helping students succeed.

Why Tokomairiro High School?

We are a small school with big ambitions, where our ākonga are at the heart of everything we do.

  • Meaningful Teaching: The opportunity to truly know your learners and make a difference to their learning and wellbeing.
  • A Supportive Team: A collaborative staff and leadership team invested in the success of our teachers and students.
  • A Culture of Balance: We value staff wellbeing and recognise the importance of balancing professional commitments with life outside the classroom.
  • Opportunities to Grow: We support professional learning and encourage staff to contribute to the wider life of the school.

Our ideal candidate

We are looking for a teacher who demonstrates culturally responsive and relational practice, builds positive relationships and is confident teaching across different curriculum areas. Experience teaching within the New Zealand Curriculum is important.

Position details

This is a full-time, board-funded, fixed-term position for the 2027 school year, commencing Term 1. The position supports the transition to our revised curriculum and staffing structure.

Applicants must hold current New Zealand teacher registration and a practising certificate, and have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Direct enquiries to:

Vicki Wish, Principal

How to apply

Please submit your completed application form, CV and covering letter, outlining your teaching experience and curriculum strengths. [email protected]

Reference 1HAuia

Role details

Role
Classroom teacher
Sector
Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura
Position
Full-time, fixed-term
Dates
27 January 2027 to 26 January 2028
Reason for fixed-term position
Curriculum Transition Support – 2027
Incentives and allowances
None listed
Learning areas
English, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, The arts
Region
Otago

About Tokomairiro High School

238 Union Street

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Reference 1HAuia · https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAuia