Job Vacancies

Current job listings from all our member schools and organisations are listed here.

AIS NZ CEO

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The Association of Integrated Schools Aotearoa NZ serves 87 non-Catholic State Integrated Schools with approximately 27,500 students across New Zealand and aims to advocate for, inform and support schools with their special character.

The CEO plays a key role in the Association.  As CEO you will engage with a wide variety of stakeholders and foster key relationships with APIS and the Ministry of Education.  The ability to build and maintain relationships is an essential aspect of this role.  As the CEO is responsible for providing guidance to stakeholders about the integrated sector, previous experience in the state-integrated sector is an advantage to applicants.

This is a three-day-per-week position, and we would prefer this position to be on a contract basis initially for a two-year period (renewable).

Position commences:  January 2025
Applications close:  Friday 20 September 2024

Bethlehem College | Tauranga

HEAD OF SECONDARY SCHOOL (Y7-13)
Permanent, Full Time

As a key member of our Executive Leadership Team, the Head of Secondary will nurture spiritual leadership and drive the strategic, and operational priorities of the Board of Trustees.  This role is pivotal in nurturing a thriving community of Christian faith, aligning with our College’s Vision and Mission, and ensuring quality learning outcomes for each of our students.

We are looking for a principal who will demonstrate:

  • Authentic Christian Leadership

  • Strategic Acumen

  • Pedagogical Excellence

  • Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

  • Cultural Stewardship

Position commences:  Term 1, 2025 or by negotiation
Applications close:  Monday 16 September 2024

KingsWay School | North Auckland

HEAD OF LEARNING - PRIMARY SCHOOL
Permanent, Full Time

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Head of Learning (year level to be determined) on our Junior Campus.

The role of the HOLA is:

  • Pedagogical and teacher practice oversight (assessment, planning, student data, etc.)

  • Ensure ongoing collaboration across teams  

  • Pastoral care for staff and students in team, incl. L2 discipline 

  • Grow leadership capability within the team 

  • Embed the KingsWay Collaboration Framework 

  • Create an environment where student and staff strengths can flourish 

  • Champion the language, vision and values of KingsWay School


If you want to join us in shaping confident, connected, actively involved, lifelong learners who are growing in faith, hope, and love in Jesus, apply today!

Position commences:  28 January (Term 1) 2025
Applications close:  9am, Monday 16 September 2024

Middleton Grange School | Christchurch

HEAD OF FACULTY - SCRIPTURE & CHRISTIAN STUDIES Y7-13
Permanent, Full Time

We seek a highly skilled and motivated Head of Faculty with proven classroom and leadership ability to lead our Scripture and Christian Studies Year 7-13 programme. Essential attributes include an understanding of the philosophy of Christian Education and the ability to translate it into practice in the classroom, playground, office and staffroom as well as a sound understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum, assessment practices and being able to model and coach others towards effective teaching practice in a Christian school.

Further information and application documentation found HERE.

Position commences:  Term 1, 2025
Applications close:  9am, Monday 9 September 2024

KingsWay School | North Auckland

SENIOR SCHOOL DANCE & DRAMA TEACHER
Fixed Term 

We have an exciting, fixed term opportunity to join our team as a Senior School Dance and Drama Teacher.  There is some flexibility in the length of term with the option of one term or the full school year.  This role is fixed term to provide cover for an existing staff member taking leave. 

Key responsibilities of the role include:

  • Effectively engaging with and teaching Dance and Drama to students in Y11–13

  • Contributing to the departments academic process and achievement

  • Relating well and being culturally responsive to a diverse range of students and staff

Position commences:  28 January (Term 1) 2025
Applications close:  9am, Tuesday 17 September 2024

Westminster Christian School | North Auckland

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT 
Fixed Term | Part Time

Westminster Christian School, through the Spirit of God, educates the children of Christian parents for time and eternity by providing a Christ-centred academic curriculum founded on a Biblical Worldview.

Westminster Christian School is a State-Integrated Christian school located in Unsworth Heights on the North Shore. We consider ourselves one whanau and value teamwork and integrity in our staff.  We currently have two vacancies for Learning Support Assistants across the school's year levels.  Every day looks different!

Experience in a teacher aide or learning support position is not critical, but helpful.

Position commences:  14 October (Term 4) 2024
Applications close:  Thursday 12 September 2024

KingsWay School | Auckland

VARIOUS POSITIONS

  • Assistant Head of Middle School

  • Scale A Middle School Teacher

  • Scale A Primary School Teacher

Senior School:

  • Deputy Principal

  • Head of Faculty - Technology

  • Math Teacher

  • PE Teacher - Fixed Term

  • Technology Teacher with strengths in DVC

  • Technology Teachers with strengths in HMT

If you are interested in any of the above positions, please check out our Current Openings page for more information.

Elim Christian College Henderson | Auckland

RELIEF TEACHERS
Casual, On-Call Positions

We have opportunities for relief teachers who are passionate about combining their strong Christian faith with educational engagement at our kura.

Elim Christian College Henderson is a state-integrated, special character school, currently catering for ākonga from Year 0 – Year 8.  It is a vibrant learning community that impacts the whole person and provides seamless, quality education founded on a Biblical worldview and based on sound Christian principles.

Relief teachers employed by Elim Christian College Henderson are highly valued members of our staff.  We expect that our relievers will authentically support the philosophy and special character interest in this kura’s programmes and will want to be part of all that happens on our campus.

For us to be able to use relief staff in the most appropriate areas, we ask that the application pack is viewed and the application form submitted, along with your CV.

Otamatea Christian School | Maungaturoto

TEACHER (Primary or Secondary Trained)
Full Time , Fixed Term (until the end of the year)

The position will suit someone with a passion for teaching who prefers to work in a more traditional positive teaching environment with minimal discipline or behavioural problems.  The successful applicant will be missions minded, dedicated, flexible, and prepared to uphold the culture and standards of the school.

Due to increasing roll growth it is hoped that the position will become permanent.

KingsWay | North Auckland

RELIEF SUPPORT

Do you love working with students and enjoy the schooling context? Are you training to be a teacher or have experience working in a school environment with students?

We are looking for on call casual staff to provide relief support across both campuses. You will be responsible for supervising a class of students with the support of a teacher for up to a full school day as well as assisting with lunch time duties. The ideal candidate will be:

  • Passionate about students and education

  • Professional and reliable with a high level of confidentiality

  • Work well in a collaborative team environment

  • Possess a willingness to learn new skills

  • Be willing to support our special character.

A teaching qualification is not required for this position. 

If you are interested in joining our relief team, complete the application form and one of our staff will be in touch with you.

Cornerstone Christian School | Palmerston North

RELIEF TEACHERS
Cornerstone Christian School is needing more NZ registered relief teachers for our relief teacher pool across all year levels.  All staff employed at Cornerstone are required to support and uphold the special character of the school.

Please see our school website for full details of how to apply:  Cornerstone Staff Vacancies

CAIS Opportunities (Hong Kong)

Christian Alliance International School (Hong Kong) is a Christian school providing international education in Hong Kong whose clear purpose is to cultivate learners with knowledge, skills, integrity and discernment, growing in love for God and service to humanity.  We offer students a transformative educational experience, empowering students to fulfill their potential as Christian leaders and global citizens.  

Mercy Ships | Africa

TEACH ABOARD MERCY SHIPS IN AFRICA
An adventure of a lifetime.

The Mercy Ships Academy is an accredited international Christian school that serves preschool, primary and high school children on each Mercy Ship, with small class sizes and big life experiences.  We're looking for all types of volunteer teachers to make it possible for our crew families to serve Africa's poor.

We are currently recruiting teachers for two-year postings across all disciplines and grades. 

For further information see  Mercy Ships - Teachers all at Sea
Or email Fiona Hunt-Baker on volunteers.mobiliser.nz@mercyships.org  or call 0800 637 297

BTI - Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) for LAT Teachers

Bethlehem Tertiary Institute is offering a flexible pathway to a teaching registration that could be used by LAT teachers who are already teaching within a school community.

https://youtu.be/b1htlXqxIpI

HOPE International School Opportunities (Cambodia)

HOPE International School (Cambodia) is a Christian international school that exists to support missionary and Christian families from over 30 countries by providing quality, Christ-centred educational services for families of Christian workers in Cambodia and surrounding regions.  Founded in 2002, HOPE International School has grown to become a vibrant, nurturing school school community with a vision to see students impact the world for Christ.

HOPE are now actively recruiting for positions in Cambodia:

  • Primary Music/Drama Teacher .5 FTE

  • Secondary Art  Teacher 1 FTE

  • Spanish Teacher FTE varies

For more information, apply HERE

Teaching opportunities abroad (LDi | International Schools Consortium)

LDi | International Schools Consortium is a faith-based organisation that is passionate about sharing the Good News through education. We are searching for educators to teacher internationally in our K-12 schools located in China and the United Arab Emirates. Our positions are full time with a salary, furnished housing and health benefits.

Teaching positions (Bingham Academy, Ethiopia)

Bingham Academy is a non-profit, K-12 International Christian Community School seeking to prepare each student with the necessary skills to succeed and thrive in an ever changing world, equipping them to become future leaders and impact the world for God's glory.