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Design Tech Teacher

Puketapu School (New Plymouth)

Part-time (0.4 FTTE), PermanentPrimary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, KaiakoBeginning teachers welcome

Listed 29 Oct 2026 · Closes 6 Nov 2026

About the role

Start date: 28 January 2027 Are you a creative educator who inspires curiosity, hands-on learning, and artistic expression? Puketapu School is looking for a passionate design tech teacher to lead and ignite our Year 7-8 students in their technology and creative learning journeys! About the role This is a 0.4 permanent position (2 days per week) dedicated to fostering innovation, design thinking, and practical skills. We are looking for someone who can bring energy, fresh ideas, and a broad skill set to our technology program. Key focus areas and desired skills Culinary arts and cooking: Teaching essential kitchen skills, nutrition, and food technology. Design and technology: Guiding students through the design process, hands-on creation, and practical problem-solving. Wearable arts and visual arts: Inspiring artistic flare, material exploration, and creative performance/display projects. Student passion projects: Supporting student-led inquiry, innovation, and personal interest endeavours. Fresh perspectives: We welcome your unique talents, ideas, and creative expertise to enrich our Year 7-8 curriculum! Join our collaborative team and help shape the next generation of creative thinkers and creators!

Learning-area tags: English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts

How to apply

Katherine Pascoe, Principal Phone06 755 0973 Emailpmartin@puketapu.school.nz

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