Social Science Teacher

Kapiti College; Paraparaumu; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Kapiti College on the beautiful Kāpiti Coast invites an enthusiastic, collaborative Social Sciences teacher to join Years 9–13. The role focuses on Social Sciences with potential Senior Psychology; you will also teach 4–5 lessons in another subject area as part of a flexible curriculum.

You will deliver inclusive, student‑centred learning, uphold Parihaka values, build strong relationships, and contribute to pastoral care and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Teaching Social Sciences to Years 9–13.
• Ability to teach Senior Psychology is advantageous.
• Willingness to teach 4–5 lessons in another subject area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, inclusive, student‑centred learning in Social Sciences.
• Support wellbeing and pastoral care for students.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to curriculum development.
• Demonstrate culturally responsive pedagogy aligned with Parihaka values.

Job description

Kāpiti College is an outstanding school of approximately 1,450 students situated on the beautiful Kāpiti Coast. Guided by our annual plan, our four pou, and the enduring gift of our Parihaka values, we provide a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every student is empowered to succeed.

Our four pou:

• Pou 1: Excellence and achievement – High expectations and success for all
• Pou 2: Wellbeing and belonging – A safe, inclusive whānau where everyone thrives
• Pou 3: Whānau and community partnerships – Strong collaborative relationships
• Pou 4: Cultural growth – Embracing diversity, Mātauranga Māori and Parihaka values

We are seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative teacher to join our Social Sciences faculty. This post is predominantly focused on Social Sciences, teaching across Years 9–13. The ability to teach Senior Psychology is considered advantageous. As part of this role, there is also a requirement to teach 4-5 lessons within another subject area. Please state your supporting subjects and areas of curriculum strength in your application.

Working within a supportive and well-resourced department, you will provide inclusive, student-centred learning that promotes excellence and achievement, whilst honouring our commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy and our Parihaka values.

We are looking for a teacher who brings strong subject knowledge, creativity, and enthusiasm to the classroom, alongside the flexibility to deliver an additional curriculum area. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to relational teaching, high expectations for all learners, and a genuine dedication to pastoral care and student wellbeing. If you are a teacher passionate about empowering young people to understand and positively shape the world around them, we would be delighted to hear from you.