Primary Teacher - Physical Education (PE)

ACG Strathallan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACG Strathallan College seeks an experienced Primary Physical Education (PE) teacher to join our team from term 1, 2027. The role covers Years 1–6 and requires delivering motivating and differentiated PE lessons aligned with Cambridge curriculum and school expectations.

The successful candidate will coach school sports teams, contribute to extracurricular life, and collaborate across departments to support student wellbeing and achievement.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with current NZ registration.
• Experience delivering primary PE aligned to Cambridge curriculum.
• Ability to coach school sports teams and lead student activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons for Years 1–6.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment and monitor student progress.
• Assess and report on student progress to parents and colleagues.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities, events and pastoral care.
• Coach school sports teams and promote teamwork and participation.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching and curriculum delivery.
• Uphold safeguarding and health and safety standards.

Skills

Motivational teaching

Differentiated instruction

Sports coaching

Team collaboration

Education

NZ teacher registration

Job description

Primary Teacher - Physical Education (PE)

Full time, Permanent

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

ACG Strathallan College is part of Inspired Education, the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 126 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Early Learning to Year 13.

As South Auckland's leading independent school, ACG Strathallan offers a world-class education from preschool to Year 13 and offers Cambridge International in a high-achieving, future-focused environment. Located in Karaka on 15 hectares, the school combines outstanding academic results, exceptional facilities, and a strong culture of pastoral care, helping students thrive both academically and personally.

We require an experienced primary physical education teacher who is able to deliver motivational and differentiated lessons. The successful applicant will enjoy working as a part of a supportive team, and be willing to contribute to the corporate life of our school. The role is permanent position starting term 1 in 2027. The ability to coach a team sport essential

Key responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated physical education lessons for students in Years 1 to 6, aligned with the Cambridge curriculum and school expectations.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing learning environment that supports student wellbeing, participation, and achievement.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing timely feedback to students and parents.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through extracurricular activities, events, camps, and pastoral care responsibilities.
• Coach and lead school sports teams, promoting excellence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and student participation in competitive sport.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to enhance teaching practice, curriculum delivery, and student outcomes.
• Uphold the school's safeguarding, health and safety, and professional standards while building strong relationships with students, staff, and families.