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High School Teacher | Jobs in New Zealand

High School Teacher

Are you passionate about education and looking for better work-life balance? There has never been a better time to move to New Zealand as a High School Teacher with the occupation being granted a Straight-to-Residency pathway through Tier 1 of the Green List.

 

We are partnered with a large number of employers throughout New Zealand.  

As the preferred agency for overseas applicants, we will consider all applications.

 

Once we have reviewed your application, we will advise you of next steps.

 

Please note, that as immigration specialists, the initial contact will be with our immigration team as it’s important that we know your immigration eligibility before you apply for actual roles.

 

Day to day responsibilities may include:

  • plan, prepare and present lessons
  • set and mark assignments and tests
  • assess students work for national qualifications
  • keep records and write reports on students
  • observe and manage student behaviour in the classroom and other environments such as the gym and sports fields
  • attend departmental and staff meetings
  • meet with parents, whānau or caregivers, individually or at parents evenings
  • participate in or organise extracurricular activities such as sport, camp or drama
  • keep up to date with curriculum changes and assessment methods.

Ideally, your experience will include:

  • Bachelors degree in Education or relevant subject area.
  • Teaching qualification/certification recognised in New Zealand (or eligibility for registration).
  • Previous experience working with secondary school students preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.