Mercury Bay Area School Waikato
Teacher of Physical Education, Health and/or Outdoor Education
- Part-time (0.6 FTTE)
- Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)
- Suitable for beginning teachers
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and innovative teacher to join our friendly, well-resourced faculty for a 1-year, 0.6 FTTE fixed-term position, covering a teacher on refreshment leave.
The teaching combination will include physical education, health and/or outdoor education, depending on the strengths and experience of the successful applicant. We welcome applications from teachers with expertise in 1 or more of these curriculum areas.
The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, New Zealand registered teacher who is committed to promoting high levels of student achievement across our middle and senior years. They will bring energy, creativity and a passion for engaging students in meaningful learning experiences, both in and beyond the classroom.
We are looking for a teacher who values the opportunities that physical education, health and outdoor education provide to develop student wellbeing, resilience, teamwork, leadership and a lifelong appreciation of active and healthy lifestyles. A willingness to contribute to education outside the classroom (EOTC) would be beneficial.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to embedding the kaupapa of mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori in their teaching and relationships with students.
About us
We are New Zealand's largest area school, located in the coastal town of Whitianga on the beautiful eastern coast of the Coromandel Peninsula. Our stunning coastal environment and access to a wide range of recreational opportunities on land and sea provide an exceptional setting for teaching, learning and outdoor experiences.
If you are passionate about engaging young people through movement, wellbeing and experiential learning, and would enjoy working in a supportive school within an outstanding coastal environment, we would love to hear from you.
Please indicate your curriculum strengths, the levels you are able to teach, and any relevant EOTC experience in your application.
Direct enquiries to:
Ross Dunn, Principal
- Phone07 866 5916
- Email[email protected]
How to apply
Email your completed application form, CV and cover letter to: [email protected]
Application documents
Role details
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Sector
- Area / composite (Years 1–15), Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura
- Position
- Part-time (0.6 FTTE), Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)
- Reason for fixed-term position
- Refreshment leave cover
- Learning areas
- Health and PE
- Region
- Waikato
Employer
Mercury Bay Area School
South Highway, Whitianga
