Bilingual French-English Primary Teacher: Build a New Program

Ngaio School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ngaio School in Wellington, NZ is seeking an outstanding bilingual teacher to lead a new French–English unit starting in 2027, subject to MOE confirmation. This role shapes a dual-language pathway delivering the NZ Curriculum in both languages.

You will immerse learners in a rich, authentic bilingual environment that celebrates language, culture and belonging, and collaborate with staff and whānau to establish high-impact learning.

Qualifications

• Fluent in both French and English; confident to teach across both languages.
• New Zealand registered teacher or eligible for registration.
• Create engaging, high-quality learning experiences that spark curiosity and love of learning.
• Builds strong, positive relationships with children, whānau and colleagues.
• Sets high expectations while nurturing every learner to thrive.
• Organised, reflective and excited to help establish a new bilingual pathway.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of a new French–English bilingual unit starting in 2027 (subject to MOE confirmation).
• Deliver the New Zealand Curriculum in both languages within an authentic dual-language environment.
• Shape a brand-new pathway that celebrates language, culture and belonging.
• Collaborate with staff, whānau and Ministry stakeholders to implement the programme.

Skills

Fluent in French & English

NZ teacher registration eligible

Engaging high-quality learning

Relationship building with children &

Education

NZ teaching registration

Job description

Ngaio School in Wellington, NZ is seeking an outstanding bilingual teacher to lead a new French–English unit starting in 2027, subject to MOE confirmation. This role shapes a dual-language pathway delivering the NZ Curriculum in both languages.

You will immerse learners in a rich, authentic bilingual environment that celebrates language, culture and belonging, and collaborate with staff and whānau to establish high-impact learning.