Social Sciences - Business Studies Teacher

Aotea College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aotea College in Porirua invites applications for a Teacher of Business Studies, Finance & Commerce supporting students from years 7–15. The role covers social sciences and business studies up to NCEA Level 3, with a focus on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, inclusive practice and student agency.

You will join a collaborative Social Sciences Faculty in modern classrooms, contribute to a culture of inquiry and professional growth, and support community engagement and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Be a passionate practitioner with a strong background in Social Sciences.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive, relational pedagogy.
• Be eager to contribute to a department that values creative excellence and student agency.
• Engage actively in our school-wide professional learning community.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Sciences and Business Studies up to NCEA Level 3.
• Collaborate within the Social Sciences Faculty.
• Engage in school-wide professional learning community.
• Foster creativity, collaboration, and student engagement.

Skills

Social Sciences background

Business Studies

Finance & Commerce knowledge

Relational pedagogy

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Social Sciences - Business Studies Teacher

Full time, Permanent

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

Social sciences

Aotea College is a vibrant, multicultural, and co-educational secondary school located in the heart of Porirua. We are seeking an innovative and enthusiastic Teacher of Business Studies, Finance & Commerce (up to NCEA Level 3 preferred) to join our collaborative and forward-thinking Social Sciences Faculty.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive environment and our strong reputation for student engagement and community spirit. You will be working in modern, purposeful learning environments designed to foster creativity and collaboration.

The successful applicant will

• Be a passionate practitioner with a strong background in Social Sciences.


• Demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive, relational pedagogy.


• Be eager to contribute to a department that values creative excellence and student agency.


• Engage actively in our school-wide professional learning community.

At Aotea College, we offer a supportive work environment with a focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth. We welcome applications from both experienced and beginning teachers.