Teaching & Learning Lead, Junior School, Years 7-8, 1MU and 1MMA
Find your place at Whangaparāoa College!
We are embarking on an exciting new vision for a three-school model for our kura from the beginning of 2027. This is your opportunity to join our forward-thinking school as we proactively respond to roll growth and the new curriculum.
Our kura is committed to highly effective, evidence-based pedagogy that strengthens curriculum delivery and enables us to know and grow every learner. We are seeking an exceptional pedagogical leader to build teacher capability and strengthen highly effective classroom practice across our Junior School. The Teaching and Learning Lead will lead the practical implementation of our Effective Teacher Profile through shared practices, professional learning, modelling and individualised instructional coaching.
Working alongside senior and middle leaders, you will translate best-evidence pedagogy into practical, high-impact classroom approaches. You will maintain exemplary teaching practice, build professional trust and use learner and teacher voice, achievement and engagement data to guide ongoing improvement.
We are looking for a credible, reflective and collaborative practitioner with expertise in instructional coaching, professional learning and culturally sustaining practice. You will know and grow teachers, influence practice positively and hold high expectations for teaching quality and learner outcomes.
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All applicants must hold current full New Zealand teacher registration and a practising certificate.
Mō mātou | about us
We have a strategic focus on staff and learner hauora, driven by culturally responsive practice.
“Whangaparāoa College is a proud school with a short, but rich history. Serving the Whangaparāoa community, we treat all learners as individuals, whilst offering exciting opportunities for learners to excel in their area of passion. We are enthusiastic about the future of our school and wish for you to be a part of this.” - Principal Steve McCracken
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