Year 7 and 8 Teacher

John McGlashan College; Otago; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

John McGlashan College in Dunedin, Otago, seeks a certificated teacher to lead English, Health and Physical Education, Learning Languages, Mathematics and Statistics, Science, Social Sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, and The Arts for Year 12/13/8 delivery. The role is full-time and permanent, grounded in our values-based education and a commitment to student wellbeing and achievement.

The successful applicant will join a forward-looking kura that supports ongoing professional growth,

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ teaching certification and current practising certificate.
• Experience teaching multiple subjects is advantageous.
• Commitment to student wellbeing and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and rigorous instruction to Year 12/13 students.
• Collaborate with faculty to plan interdisciplinary units and share best practices.

Skills

English

Health & Physical Education

Mathematics & Statistics

Science

Social Sciences

Technology

Te Reo Māori

The Arts

Learning Languages

Education

NZ teaching certification

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

We’ve been nurturing character at John McGlashan College since 1918. Our school was founded on the values of a well-rounded liberal education in the reformed Presbyterian tradition, and John McGlashan’s vision of growing well-educated young men of character, who use their influence for the good of others.

We’re a values-driven heritage school, but forward-looking, innovative, research-invested, and focused on continuous improvement. This is an exciting time for our kura, as we step forward into a new chapter and change journey enabling and encouraging our young people to realise their potential, thrive and to think about how they uplift communities.

We are currently seeking a full-time permanent teacher of Year 12/8.

This position closes at 12pm, Friday 9 October, 2026.

Only candidates with current NZ work rights will be considered for this position.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi |With your food basket and my food basket the people will thrive.