Physical education & health teacher

Queen Margaret College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Wellington is seeking an enthusiastic PE & Health teacher for Years 7-13. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching, high expectations for student achievement, and a commitment to a diverse learning environment. Experience with the IB Diploma is highly desirable. Join a supportive team in a school focused on empowering young women.

Benefits

Small class sizes

Supportive teaching culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching the IB Diploma, particularly Sport and Exercise Health Science is highly desirable.
• High expectations for student achievement.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and diverse learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach PE & Health for Year 7-13 students.
• Create an innovative and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Commitment to inclusivity

Integrity

Courage

Resilience

Respect

Generosity

Education

New Zealand teacher registration

Completion of teacher training in New Zealand

Job description

Overview

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher — Health and physical education

Queen Margaret College (QMC) is Wellington’s leading independent school for young women, providing a world class education for girls from Y1-13, a boarding facility onsite and a co-educational pre-school. We are a modern, inclusive, forward-focused school in the heart of our vibrant capital city. Through our supportive and inclusive community, and guided by our values, we continue our focus on empowering individual and collective hauora.

Elevate your teaching career by joining the dynamic team at Queen Margaret College, Wellington’s leading independent girls’ school. We are searching for an experienced PE & health teacher, for Y7–13, who is enthusiastic, committed and innovative, willing to push the boundaries, and have fun with learning in our school.

As an IB World School, we offer the PYP, MYP, and IB Diploma, alongside NCEA. Experience teaching the IB Diploma, particularly Sport and Exercise Health Science, is highly desirable.

You will bring:

• A passion for teaching and learning, with high expectations for student achievement
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment
• Personal qualities of integrity, courage, resilience, respect, and generosity
• New Zealand teacher registration (or be working towards it), or be in the process of completing teacher training in New Zealand

Ngā whakareinga | What we offer

At QMC, you’ll join a professional and dedicated team in a fast paced, rewarding environment.

We offer:

• Small class sizes and motivated learners
• A collaborative and supportive teaching culture
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in a values-driven school.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and cover letter to:

Physical address: 53 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington

Postal Address: PO Box 12274, Thorndon, Wellington, 6144