English Teacher

Queen Margaret College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen Margaret College in Wellington seeks an English Teacher for Years 7–13 (and wharekura) on a fixed-term maternity leave contract starting 26 January 2027 and ending 10 December 2027. This Certificated teaching role is at our independent girls' school, offering an IB world school framework with PYP, MYP and IB Diploma alongside NCEA.

You will be a passionate, collaborative educator committed to inclusive learning, with NZ teacher registration or in training.

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and learning, with high expectations for student achievement.
• Commitment to an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
• Personal qualities of integrity, courage, resilience, respect and generosity.
• New Zealand teacher registration (or working towards it) or currently completing teacher training in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to Years 7–13 and wharekura.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive lessons with high expectations for student achievement and wellbeing.
• Contribute to a values-driven school community with focus on learner wellbeing.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Inclusive learning

Integrity & resilience

Education

New Zealand teaching registration or training

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 26/01/2027, End Date: 10/12/2027 (Maternity Leave )

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

English

Queen Margaret College (QMC) is Wellington's leading independent school for girls and young women, offering a modern boarding experience and a co-educational preschool. Located in the heart of the capital, we are a modern, inclusive and forward-thinking community. We are proud of our values-driven culture that nurtures individual and collective wellbeing and empowers every learner to thrive.

Elevate your teaching career by joining the team at Queen Margaret College. We are seeking an English Teacher (Years 7-13) who is enthusiastic, committed and innovative, and who inspires a love of learning.

As an IB world school, we offer the PYP, MYP and IB Diploma alongside NCEA.

• Passion for teaching and learning, with high expectations for student achievement.
• Commitment to an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
• Personal qualities of integrity, courage, resilience, respect and generosity.
• New Zealand teacher registration (or working towards it) or currently completing teacher training in New Zealand.

Ngā whakareinga | What we offer

We offer ongoing professional development, a positive and supportive culture, and competitive remuneration.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

We undertake rigorous safety checking for all roles involving contact with children. Applicants must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand.