Head of Faculty – Humanities & Commerce
at the school, New Zealand
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- Type of post
- Teaching
- Contract
- Full-Time, Permanent
- First seen
- 2 November 2026, on a public job listing
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The advert
About Kristin School Kristin School is a leading independent co-educational school for students from Early Learning to Year 13. We aim to provide a superior, all-round education that prepares students to be responsible global citizens, think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and learn enthusiastically throughout life. The Kristin learning experience is real, connected, and deeply human. Students and staff experience our environment as balanced, supportive, and purposeful. Our core values guide us to progress with vision, integrity, and love. The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi We are seeking an inspirational and strategic Head of Faculty – Humanities & Commerce to provide curriculum leadership, operational management, and pastoral/academic oversight across both our Middle and Senior Schools. Reporting directly to the Senior School Principal, you will lead a dedicated team of educators, mentor Curriculum Leaders, and oversee high-quality academic programmes across both NCEA and International Baccalaureate (IB) pathways. Key Responsibilities: - Strategic & Curriculum Leadership: Lead strategic planning, faculty monitoring, reflection, and review to drive continuous academic excellence and student wellbeing. - Staff Management & Mentorship: Line manage Humanities & Commerce teachers and support staff; lead recruitment, induction, professional development, and annual performance reviews. - Quality Assurance & Assessment: Oversee curriculum implementation, student assessment, and reporting to ensure fair, rigorous, and engaging learning experiences. - Operational & Financial Management: Develop and manage the faculty budget in collaboration with the Director of Business Services. - Teaching: Model exemplary teaching practice - Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with students, whānau, and the wider school community while actively participating in co-curricular and school events. Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake - Current Practising Certificate registered with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand. - A proven record of success in a leadership, management, or senior position within a secondary school environment. - Proven track record as an outstanding educator within Humanities, Commerce, or related disciplines. - Pedagogical & Strategic Leadership: Ability to translate strategic goals into innovative, student-centred learning initiatives and operational plans. - Relational & Bicultural Capability: Excellent interpersonal skills with a commitment to integrating bicultural perspectives (Te Tiriti o Waitangi / Te Ao Māori) into curriculum design and faculty culture. - Organisation & Budgeting: Superior organisational skills, high emotional resilience, sound problem-solving abilities, and financial literacy in resource/budget management. - Co-Curricular Support: Willingness and capability to contribute actively to Kristin’s co-curricular and outdoor education programmes.