Inspiring Social Studies Teacher — Junior High, 0.8 FTE

Diocesan; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness centre access

Swimming pool access

Physiotherapy services

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Free covered parking

Modern facilities

Job summary

Diocesan in Auckland seeks an inspiring and committed Social Studies teacher for our Junior High School (Years 7–10). This 12-month fixed term, part-time role (0.8 FTE) starts in Term 1, 2027 and involves teaching Social Studies with the possibility to offer a senior subject.

IB teaching support and training are provided for newcomers, with a focus on a supportive, inclusive learning environment. Applicants must be NZ teacher registered with Practising Certificate (or eligible), hold a relevant

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ teacher registration and Practising Certificate.
• Eligible to obtain Practising Certificate if not currently held.
• Experience teaching Social Studies and understanding of NZ Curriculum Social Sciences.
• Ability to teach a senior subject (e.g., History, Geography, Classical Studies, Economics, Business Studies, or Religious Studies).
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and collaborative work with colleagues.
• Commitment to student wellbeing and ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Studies to Years 7–10 in Junior High School.
• Offer a senior subject in addition to Social Studies where possible.
• Contribute to dual qualification pathways (NCEA and IB); training provided if new to IB.
• Maintain a supportive, inclusive, engaging learning environment.
• Start in Term 1, 2027; 12-month fixed-term, part-time (.8 FTE).

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative

Student wellbeing focus

NZ Curriculum knowledge

Education

NZ teacher registration

Practising certificate

Relevant degree and teaching qualification

Job description

Diocesan in Auckland seeks an inspiring and committed Social Studies teacher for our Junior High School (Years 7–10). This 12-month fixed term, part-time role (0.8 FTE) starts in Term 1, 2027 and involves teaching Social Studies with the possibility to offer a senior subject.

IB teaching support and training are provided for newcomers, with a focus on a supportive, inclusive learning environment. Applicants must be NZ teacher registered with Practising Certificate (or eligible), hold a relevant