Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Science, Hauora, Hangarau, Ngā Reo, Ngā Toi, Te Reo Māori, Te Reo Pākehā, Tikanga ā-iwi, Pāngarau, Pūtaiao
Māori immersion teachers allowance (MITA)
Are you ready to teach, innovate, and inspire the next generation of scientists in a kura where culture, identity, and academic excellence are valued?
Te Kāpehu Whetū seeks an inspiring pūtaiao (science) pouako to join our Tuakana Whare (Year 9–13) for the 2026 academic year (fixed term).
At Te Kāpehu Whetū, we nurture ākonga through our 3 pou:
Kia Māori – valuing Māori knowledge and ways of learning
Kia mātau – fostering innovation, inquiry, and knowledge acquisition
Kia tū rangatira ai – developing strong character, personal excellence, and mana
This role focuses on building strong scientific foundations in Year 9–10 while supporting pathways into senior secondary science and NCEA achievement. The successful applicant will deliver engaging science programmes that develop inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Teaching may include general science, biology, chemistry, and physics.
Essential attributes:
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Current New Zealand teacher registration
• Strong understanding of NCEA Level 1–3 requirements
• Ability to build strong scientific literacy and inquiry learning
• Strong classroom and laboratory management
• Commitment to the kaupapa and values of the kura.
Desirable:
• Ability to teach across multiple senior science disciplines
• Experience with STEM or cross-curricular learning
• Experience working with Māori learners.
Employment is full-time, fixed-term under the Area School Teachers’ Collective Agreement.
Join Te Kāpehu Whetū — a place where science, culture, and innovation meet.
Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:
Recruitment Officer
m.parker@mokonz.co.nz
027 497 5275
TKW Tuakana JD Science Pouako v2
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TKW Application for Employment v5
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Type: Composite
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 161
Website: http://www.tkw.ac.nz
School number: 3619
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Physical address:
171 Lower Dent Street, Whangarei
Postal Address:
171 Lower Dent Street, Whangarei, 0110
Certificated teacher, Certificated teacher, Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Hauora, Hangarau, Ngā Reo, Ngā Toi, Te Reo Māori, Te Reo Pākehā, Tikanga ā-iwi, Pāngarau, Pūtaiao
Māori Immersion Teachers Allowance (MITA)
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Hauora, Hangarau, Ngā Reo, Ngā Toi, Te Reo Māori, Te Reo Pākehā, Tikanga ā-iwi, Pāngarau, Pūtaiao
Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher
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