Teacher of English

Bayfield High School; Otago; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayfield High School invites a skilled English teacher to join our supportive English department on a fixed-term basis. The role suits experienced teachers or strong graduates with potential, contributing to a school with high expectations and a strong sense of community.

You will teach English to Years 9–13 (including NCEA), develop engaging programmes, support diverse learners, and collaborate with staff to raise achievement while participating in wider school life, including co-curricular

Qualifications

• Fully registered teacher or eligible for registration with current practising certificate.
• Strong subject knowledge and commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Years 9–13, including NCEA.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured programmes that build literacy and a love of language and literature.
• Support students at all levels, from needing extra help to those ready to be extended.
• Use assessment information to monitor progress and lift achievement.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the English department and across the school.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including co-curricular activities.

Skills

English expertise

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

Registered teacher

Job description

About the role

Join a supportive English department and make a real difference to our students’ learning.

Bayfield High School is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our team on a one-year fixed-term basis. This is a great opportunity for an experienced teacher, or a beginning teacher with strong potential, to contribute to a school with high expectations, a proud tradition and a strong sense of community.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and capable Teacher of English to:

• teach English across Years 9 to 13, including NCEA
• plan and deliver engaging, well-structured programmes that build literacy and a love of language and literature
• support students at all levels, from those who need extra help to those who are ready to be extended
• use assessment information to monitor progress and lift achievement
• work collaboratively with colleagues in the English department and across the school
• contribute to the wider life of the school, including co-curricular activities.

About you

You will:

• be a fully registered teacher, or eligible for registration, with a current practising certificate
• have strong subject knowledge and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning
• be able to build positive, respectful relationships with students, staff and whānau
• be committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to supporting the success of all learners, including Māori students
• be a team player who is flexible, organised and keen to contribute.

Position Full-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)