Teacher of Gagana Sāmoa / Samoan Language

Henderson High School is seeking an enthusiastic, fluent Samoan speaker to join our kura.

The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of Henderson High School’s values; Te Tūāpapa o Panuku, its pedagogy and the diverse community it serves.

Employment-based Trainee Teachers will be considered for the role.

Key responsibilities

Teach Gagana Sāmoa across junior and senior levels (NCEA Levels 1–3).

Design and deliver culturally responsive learning programs that engage tamariki and rangatahi Pasifika.

Participate actively in co-curricular cultural events, including Polyfest and school whānau fono.

Balance school-based teaching responsibilities with tertiary study commitments.

Implement our Behaviour Curriculum, our Interactive Explicit Instruction practice and our Knowledge Rich Curriculum planning and pedagogy.

Implement this new course and grow the subject as well as Samoan student attendance, engagement and academic outcomes.