Geography Teacher

Wellington College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 67,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington College invites applications for a Geography teacher in the Social Sciences area. The role is permanent and full-time, with a start in early 2027.

We value student-centred teaching and a passion for geography, with potential duties across co-curricular activities as part of a dynamic boys' school community. Base salary is set by the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement and ranges from $66,999 to $107,886, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Deliver geography-based curriculum, preferably up to NCEA Level 3.
• Engage students with geography-focused learning activities.
• Maintain inclusive, culturally responsive teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geography and Social Sciences in a vibrant learning area.
• Contribute to co-curricular programme and college life.
• Support student learning and professional growth within STCA terms.

Skills

Geography teaching

Student-centered

Job description

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

Social sciences

Geography teacher, permanent, full-time. Please state supporting subjects.

This position starts at the beginning of term 1, 2027.

We are seeking a passionate geography teacher to join a vibrant and dedicated social science learning area.

We invite applications from a dynamic, student-centred geography teacher who is passionate about delivering high-quality education and nurturing students' love of applying geographical principles.

As a valued member of our dedicated social science learning area, you will contribute to an innovative and collaborative educational environment, where professional growth and development is supported by all. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in teaching geography-based curriculum areas, preferably up to NCEA Level 3.

Wellington College is committed to a culturally responsive and inclusive approach to learning, teaching and leadership.

Wellington College is an innovative and leading boys' school with a proud history of academic, arts and sporting success, with quality teaching and learning at the heart of all we do. We seek to be transformative and for our teachers to thrive in their professional experiences with us.

Successful applicants would be expected to participate in the extensive co-curricular programme of the college.

We look forward to hearing how you could add value to our team.

Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 28 September 2026.

Start date: 28 January 2027.

Suitable for a first-year teacher.

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by theSecondary Teachers Collective Agreement (STCA). The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $66,999 to $107,886 depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. An individual’s actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment

Darrell Harvey

(he/him)

Associate Headmaster