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Assistant Head of Learning Area Mathematics and Statistics

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Otago3 days ago
Full time

What the role involves

  • Teaching senior mathematics
  • Leading learning area
  • Supporting curriculum implementation

What they ask for

experience delivering the New Zealand Curriculum; ability to teach Mathematics and/or Statistics at senior levels

About the job

A fantastic opportunity for a great educator and leader to join our Mathematics and Statistics Learning Area. 1 PMU, 1 PMMA plus 1 Fixed Term MMA and 1 Fixed Term RRR for 2027.

Wakatipu High School’s vision is for Aotearoa New Zealand’s best all-round education. We are looking for a great educator to join our collaborative and forward-thinking learning area and school. The successful applicant will be excited by the opportunity to deliver a future-focused and holistic education in a flexible learning environment - they will be pedagogically progressive, student-centred, have a growth mindset, form effective relationships, and be ready to contribute to the all-round education of our students.

The successful applicant will have experience delivering the New Zealand Curriculum, along with the ability to teach Mathematics and/or Statistics at senior levels; a background in NZ Scholarship teaching is preferred.

This appointment includes 1 fixed term RRR for 2027 (equivalent to $4000), plus 1 fixed term MMA to support with the implementation of the refreshed curriculum and Foundational Award.

Wakatipu High School is a well-resourced, co-educational school with a growing roll of more than 1600 students, situated in Queenstown in the stunning Wakatipu Basin.

Applications close midday on Wednesday 28 Oct

Start date: 25 January 2027