Rutherford Junior High School is seeking a culturally responsive and dynamic Deputy Principal of Curriculum to join our Senior Leadership Team from term 1, 2025.Key responsibilities:Leadership: Support the Principal and Senior Leadership Team in fostering effective school organisation and improved student learning outcomes.Curriculum and assessment: Lead the development and implementation of tikanga and a culturally responsive curriculum. Review and enhance our curriculum documents, integrating localised curriculum frameworks and refreshed Te Mahau curriculum guidelines.Cultural capabilities: Collaborate with our community to integrate bicultural and multicultural perspectives.Digital expertise: Lead the ongoing implementation of Manaiakalani, which aims to support equitable access to digital skills.Priority learners: Oversee the identification, tracking, and support of priority learners.Teaching responsibilities: Deliver high-quality teaching for Y7 & 8, reflecting the values and competencies of the New Zealand Curriculum.Professional development: Provide professional leadership and development opportunities to staff, encouraging reflective practice and continuous improvement.Ideal candidate:Demonstrates strong cultural competency and a commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Experienced in curriculum development and fostering a culturally inclusive learning environment.Skilled in leading projects and mentoring staff.Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, whanau, and the wider community.Passionate about making a difference for priority learners and capable of integrating digital learning through initiatives like the Manaiakalani Project.Has significant digital fluency.We offer:A supportive and collaborative working environment.3 permanent management units.Opportunities for professional growth and development.The chance to make a significant impact on our school community.If this sounds like you, please send your CV by Friday 25th October to ****** to applyPhysical address:32 Toi Street, Tawhero, WhanganuiPostal Address:32 Toi Street, Tawhero, Whanganui, 4501Vacancy reference #: 1HAiWQSchool detailsRutherford Junior High SchoolType: IntermediateAuthority: StateGender: Co-EdDecile: 0Roll: 137Website: number: 2442 #J-18808-Ljbffr