Learning Designers (Learning Area Leaders), 1-2 positions

We are seeking 2 experienced learning coaches (teachers) and aspiring or experienced middle leaders to join our passionate and curriculum middle leadership team as a Learning Designer. Learning area leadership responsibilities in languages or social sciences or mathematics are likely. To start Term 1 2027. What is a Learning Designer? Learning Designers (LDs) work collaboratively to support the implementation and delivery of our school-wide local and connected curriculum streams. While operating as a team, they each also oversee the depth and breadth of learning area specific teaching and learning. In addition to curriculum responsibilities, our LDs also support the school-wide professional learning (learning design & pedagogies/practices) in these areas and support Kāinga Designers in the practice leadership of 9-12 learning coaches and approx. 200 learners belonging to a Kāinga (home location and home team within the school). There are some similarities but also many important distinctions between this role and the roles of HOF/HOD or or subject-only curriculum leader roles applicants may be familiar with from other settings. Both an individual and collective / school-wide focus is required. About us Ormiston Junior College is a rapidly growing, richly diverse mix of 1550 learners across Year 7–10 with a predicted roll of 1850 over the next 2-3 years. Our staff of 150 is an incredible mix of educators and support staff from both secondary and primary backgrounds and experiences, spanning all fields of knowledge, wide-ranging industry and expertise. About you State your passions and strengths and interests for contributing to and within the role and team. Strengths in any combination of the following learning areas or skill-sets may be an advantage: collaborative practices curriculum change assessment for learning culturally responsive and relational pedagogies (CRRP) Apply Email your completed application pack , CV, and cover letter to work@ojc.school.nz by 11th September 2026, 12pm.