English Teacher - Permanent Content

Rutherford College; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford College in Auckland seeks an enthusiastic English teacher to join a supportive, collaborative team. You will bring English to life, encourage critical thinking and creativity, and support students to achieve their best.

Responsibilities include teaching English across secondary levels, creating engaging lessons, and promoting reading, writing and communication. The role values collaboration with colleagues and contributing to the wider life of the school.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English to secondary students.
• Strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA requirements.
• Ability to design engaging, inclusive lessons for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across secondary year levels.
• Create engaging, inclusive and stimulating lessons.
• Support student achievement and promote a love of reading, writing and communication.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to school life.

Skills

English teaching

Curriculum knowledge

Critical thinking

Reading promotion

Writing promotion

Job description

# English Teacher - PermanentApplications close: **4 days from now** - 10/11/2026.Rutherford College is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate English teacher to join our supportive and collaborative team. We are looking for someone who can bring English to life in the classroom, encourage critical thinking and creativity, and support students to achieve their personal best.The successful applicant will:* Be passionate about teaching English across the secondary school year levels.* Create engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning experiences that cater for a range of abilities and learning needs.* Have a sound understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA assessment requirements.* Build positive relationships with students and foster a supportive classroom environment.* Be committed to improving student achievement and promoting a love of reading, writing and communication.* Contribute positively to the wider life of the school and work collaboratively with colleagues.We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and beginning teachers who are keen to grow their practice in a supportive environment.At Rutherford College, we value respect, responsibility, integrity and excellence. We are proud of our diverse school community and are committed to providing opportunities for every student to succeed.This is a permanent position commencing 28 January 2027.You must reside or have the rights to work in New Zealand to apply for this position.Download Job Description.---You can view this on the Education Gazette website.