English Teacher

Nayland College; Nelson; On-site; NZD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Nayland College in Nelson invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term English teacher to cover maternity leave. Start date 28/01/2027; End Date 27/01/2028. The role covers Secondary (Years 7–15) and wharekura, with Media Studies as a beneficial extra.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, collaborative, and committed to student-centred learning in a well-resourced English learning area.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic classroom practitioner.
• Collaborative team member in English department.
• Possesses a teaching certificate for secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to Secondary (Years 7–15) and wharekura.
• Create engaging learning experiences and build strong student relationships.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support learners to achieve their best.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Collaborative

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Maternity Leave)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English

Nayland College is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative English teacher to join our well-resourced and supportive English learning area in a fixed-term position providing maternity leave cover.

The successful applicant will be apassionate classroom practitioner who builds strong relationships with students and committed to supporting learners to achieve their best. The ability to teach Media Studies would be an advantage.

Nayland College is an innovative, inclusive and high-performing co-educational secondary school located in Nelson. We value teachers who are reflective, student-centred and willing to contribute positively to the wider life of the school.