Bilingual Samoan Teacher - Lead Immersion Education

Naenae School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Naenae School in Wellington invites applications for a Certificated teacher to join the Tava‘e bilingual unit for Years 1–8. The role is full-time, fixed term, starting 28/01/2027 and ending 27/01/2028 with roll growth.

The successful candidate will be passionate about bilingual education and cultural identity, deliver high-quality teaching across all curriculum areas, and build strong relationships with families and the wider community while collaborating with experienced colleagues and support

Qualifications

• Be a certificated teacher with current NZ teaching registration.
• Experience or strong interest in bilingual education and immersion contexts.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with families and the wider community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across all curriculum areas.
• Value and foster strong relationships with aiga (families) and the community.
• Collaborate effectively with a team of experienced teachers and support staff.
• Support and contribute to the Tava‘e bilingual unit’s goals and culture.

Skills

Bilingual education

Curriculum instruction

Community engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Naenae School in Wellington invites applications for a Certificated teacher to join the Tava‘e bilingual unit for Years 1–8. The role is full-time, fixed term, starting 28/01/2027 and ending 27/01/2028 with roll growth.

The successful candidate will be passionate about bilingual education and cultural identity, deliver high-quality teaching across all curriculum areas, and build strong relationships with families and the wider community while collaborating with experienced colleagues and support