Resource Developer - Science (Years 1 - 10) | Flexible Office Location - New Zealand

Job Description

2026 Curriculum Development – Science (Years 1–10) Resource Developer Roles

• Part-time (up to 0.7 FTE)
• Fixed term: April – December 2026
• Based in any Te Kura location: Wellington, Palmerston North, Masterton, New Plymouth, Hastings, Rotorua, Gisborne, Wairoa, Tauranga, Hamilton, Auckland, Whangarei, Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill or Queenstown

We have an exciting part-time, fixed-term opportunity to review, refresh, align, and develop Phase 1–4 (Years 1–10) Science learning modules. This role supports Te Kura's commitment to delivering high-quality, culturally responsive learning resources that meet external curriculum requirements and reflect contemporary science education in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Dedicated support will be provided from within the Curriculum Wāhanga. This position runs from April to December 2026, covering Terms 2, 3, and 4.

Help shape the future of Science learning at Te Kura!

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position  

We are seeking experienced and passionate kaiako (teacher) to support the review and development of engaging, inclusive Science learning resources aligned with Te Mātaiaho and the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum.

This is a unique opportunity to bring your kaiako expertise, scientific knowledge, and cultural insight to life—helping create Science resources that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and scientific literacy, and that reflect the diverse identities, cultures, and lived experiences of ākonga across Aotearoa.

If you are driven by equity, authentic learning contexts, scientific inquiry, and empowering young people to understand and engage with the natural and physical world, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive environment within the Curriculum Wāhanga
• Dedicated guidance and professional learning in curriculum and resource design
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Te Kura's Science education resources for Years 1–10

Ko koe tēnei | About you

Registered kaiako with a current teacher's practicing certificate who brings:

• Recent teaching experience in New Zealand schools
• Strong understanding of the Science learning area across Years 1–10 (e.g. nature of science, living world, material world, physical world, and earth and space science)
• Familiarity with the New Zealand Curriculum Refresh (NZCR / Te Mātaiaho), including the integration of mātauranga Māori, literacy, numeracy, and key competencies
• The ability to design engaging, inclusive, and pedagogically sound Science learning resources that are clear, accessible, and responsive to the diverse needs of ākonga

Ko wai mātou | About Us 

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school with a roll of up to 30,000 ākonga (students) at any point of time. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners.   

Our ākonga are at the centre of all we do.  Our learning programmes are flexible, enabling us to respond to diverse ākonga needs Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone.

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, we live by our values:

• Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga — building relationships and belonging
• Tika — acting fairly and honestly
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

If this sounds like you, and you are looking forward to being involved in an exciting and innovative project, click that apply button, we want to hear from you!

Applications must be submitted through our careers portal. Applicants must have the legal right to teach, reside and work in New Zealand

E hiahia ana koe ki te mōhio anō? | Like to find out more?

For more information, view the Position Description, or contact Kate Scanlon, Project Manager, kate.scanlon@tekura.school.nz 

If you encounter any issues during the application process, please email jobs@tekura.school.nz

🗓 Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 25 March 2026