Social Studies Teacher

Diocesan School For Girls; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Fitness centre access, pool and physio

Professional and personal development

Inclusive culture with regular socials

Free parking when available

Job summary

Diocesan School For Girls in Auckland is seeking an inspiring social studies teacher for our junior high teaching team, commencing term 1, 2027. You will confidently teach social studies to Years 7–10 and may carry a senior subject such as history, geography, or economics.

The role emphasises building strong, respectful relationships, collaborative planning with colleagues, and a commitment to student wellbeing and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• New Zealand teacher registration and current practising certificate or eligibility
• A relevant degree and teaching qualification
• Experience teaching social studies in the NZ Curriculum
• Ability to teach a senior subject (e.g., history, geography, economics)
• Strong relationship-building and collaborative approach

Responsibilities

• Inspire learners and help every student reach their potential
• Teach social studies to junior high (Years 7–10)
• Offer a senior subject alongside social studies
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Commit to ongoing professional growth and wellbeing of students

Education

Relevant degree and teaching qualification

New Zealand teacher registration and practising certificate eligibility

Strong communication and relationship-building

Collaborative planning

Student wellbeing focus

Job description

We are seeking an inspiring and committed social studies teacher to join our junior high school teaching team from term 1, 2027.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

• Passionate about inspiring learners and helping every student reach their potential.
• Confident teaching social studies in our junior high school (Years 7 to 10).
• Able to teach a senior subject alongside social studies – please tell us which senior subject(s) you can offer.
• Committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Available to start in term 1, 2027.

Ngā pūkenga me   whai | We’re looking for someone with:

• New Z teacher registration and a current practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain one).
• A relevant degree and teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching social studies and a strong understanding of the social sciences learning area of the New Zealand Curriculum.
• The ability to teach a senior subject, such as history, geography, classical studies, economics, business studies or religious studies.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills, and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.
• A commitment to student wellbeing and your own ongoing professional growth

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

Staff benefit from:

• competitive remuneration
• access to a fitness centre, pool, and physiotherapy services
• extensive opportunities for professional and personal development
• a warm and inclusive culture, with regular social events and wellness initiatives
• free covered parking for cars, bikes, and scooters (when available)
• beautiful, landscaped grounds and state-of-the-art facilities.