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Education jobs in New Zealand.

312 open roles, 86 posted this week, most paying $100k to $138k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Education24 days ago

    Electrical Tutor

    Skills Group

    Nelson
    Full time

    Delivering electrical training · Assessing learner progress · Coaching learner achievement

    NZ Electrical Registration (Full Practising Licence, Inspector's Licence or Electrical Engineering Degree); practical electrical industry experience; Unit Standard 4098 or willingness to obtain it; proficiency in Microsoft Office

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Education24 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Delivering electrotechnology courses · Developing training materials · Assessing learner performance

    5+ yrsNZ Electrical Registration and current Practising Licence; Unit Standards 4098 and 11551 or willingness to obtain them; Level 4 electrical qualification or equivalent, or willingness to work towards one; minimum 5 years’ electrotechnology experience; previous people management or supervisory experience

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Education25 days ago
    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Delivering hands-on training · Assessing learner progress · Supporting student achievement

    Trade certification in Plumbing, Gasfitting and/or Drainlaying

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Education25 days ago

    Team Member | Learn To Swim - Takapuna

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Teaching swimming basics · Maintaining a safe environment · Engaging diverse communities

    Strong swimming ability and confidence in the water; communication and customer service skills; willingness to complete First Aid training; satisfactory police vetting; pre-employment drug testing

  • Education25 days ago
    Otaki, Wellington
    Full time

    Delivering hands-on training · Assessing learner progress · Supporting student achievement

    Certification in Plumbing, Gasfitting and/or Drainlaying; practical industry experience in certified trade; Unit Standards 4098 and 11551 or willingness to obtain; Adult Education Level 4 or 5 qualification or willingness to work towards one

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Education25 days ago

    Head of School, Nursing

    Eastern Institute of Technology

    Napier, Hawke's Bay
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading nursing programmes · Managing school resources · Ensuring programme quality

    Current New Zealand Registered Nurse status and Annual Practising Certificate; relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent knowledge; extensive nursing practice experience; proven leadership and management experience; teaching and programme development experience; NZ residency or valid NZ work visa

  • Education25 days ago

    Teacher of Physics

    Kelston Boys' High School · 51-200 employees

    A state boys' secondary school in West Auckland providing education for 800+ students in Years 9–13.

    Kelston, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Teaching physics · Developing pedagogy · Contributing to co-curricular

    Passionate about Physics, innovative and committed to effective teaching, student-centred learning, collaborative, flexible across year levels, willing to contribute to co-curricular programme.

  • Education26 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Authoring classroom scenarios · Writing reference answers · Grading model outputs

    2+ yrsTeaching license or certification with a primary education endorsement; 2+ years teaching at the primary level; depth in early literacy and numeracy instruction; clear written English; at least 10 hours per week

  • Education26 days ago

    Campus Principal (Hamilton)

    OneSchool Global · 1001-5000 employees

    A global school network offering flexible relief teaching opportunities across New Zealand.

    Eureka, Waikato
    Full timeManages people

    Championing student achievement · Developing and supporting staff · Overseeing campus operations

    Recent leadership experience as a Principal, Deputy Principal, or Assistant Principal in a New Zealand school; proven ability to improve student outcomes and lead high-performing teams

    Relocation support
  • Education26 days ago

    Technical Training Advisor

    Gallagher Security

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Creating learning content · Reviewing learning designs · Supporting training systems

    Experience working with and supporting Gallagher Command Centre and Gallagher Security hardware; relevant qualification or proven experience in a technical product-focused role; understanding of the Access Control industry, networking, device troubleshooting and technical support environments

  • Education26 days ago

    Multisite Area Manager - Out of school | Education

    sKids

    A provider of out-of-school care and holiday programmes for children across New Zealand.

    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Overseeing multisite operations · Leading programme delivery · Coaching programme staff

    2+ yrs2 years’ childcare or education experience including leadership; full driver licence and vehicle access; unrestricted full-time work eligibility; multi-site experience; experience coaching leaders; out-of-school care and safety-regulation knowledge; rostering and operational-management experience; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Education26 days ago

    Exam Invigilator

    UP Education · 201-1000 employees

    An innovative, student-centred learning community providing tertiary education opportunities in New Zealand and Australia.

    Auckland

    Administering examinations · Supervising examination sessions · Completing documentation

  • Education26 days ago

    Senior Lecturer - Nursing

    Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $107.9k-$152.7k a yearFull time

    Developing nursing curricula · Teaching nursing courses · Advancing nursing research

    Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising Certificate; PhD or equivalent in nursing or related field; clinical experience in nursing and education; curriculum development and blended teaching experience; publications in national nursing or health-related journals

    Generous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Education26 days ago

    Casual Programme Assistant - Ohope

    sKids

    A provider of out-of-school care and holiday programmes for children across New Zealand.

    Bay of Plenty
    TemporaryEntry level

    Supervising children · Maintaining welcoming spaces · Supporting programme sessions

    Right to work in New Zealand; reliable transport to Ohope; experience with children; satisfactory Police Record Check

  • Education26 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Teaching Te Reo Māori · Developing lesson plans · Supporting student language development

    Relevant teaching qualification; current registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand; proficiency in Te Reo Māori; ability to teach Te Reo Māori

  • Education26 days ago
    Auckland
    Part time

    Teaching audio engineering · Providing pastoral care · Conducting scholarly research

    Full working rights in New Zealand; evidence of a recent Criminal Record Check

    Generous leave
  • Education26 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury

    Delivering ATC training · Conducting student assessments · Supporting curriculum design

    ATC instructor and/or assessor rating; ICAO/EASA level 6 English language proficiency; Approach Control Procedural and/or Approach Control Surveillance ratings; proven on-the-job training experience in an ATC operational environment; legally eligible to work in New Zealand

  • Education25 days ago

    Education Adviser - Professional Practice Fellow / Senior Professional Practice Fellow (Christchurch)

    University of Otago · 1001-5000 employees

    A university providing primary health care services to students through a multidisciplinary team.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $75.7k-$137.4k a yearOnsitePart timeMid level

    Advising on curriculum · Supporting staff development · Evaluating courses

    Relevant postgraduate qualification; experience in higher education teaching, learning, curriculum development, or educational evaluation; strong relationship-building and communication skills; experience facilitating professional development.

  • Education26 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Planning and delivering lessons · Assessing student progress · Communicating with parents

    Recognised teaching qualification, such as a Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or equivalent; accreditation with New Zealand Education Council; prepared to undertake a New Zealand police check

  • Education26 days ago

    Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

    SAE · 1001-5000 employees

    A global creative media education provider delivering industry-led courses in audio, film, music, and songwriting.

    Auckland
    HybridPart timeNo experience needed

    Teaching audio engineering · Supporting student success · Conducting research

    Master's degree (NZQA Level 9) or willingness to undertake; tertiary teaching qualification preferred; evidence of reputation in creative media; effective teaching techniques; research engagement; commitment to reflective learning; acknowledgment of Matauranga Māori; full working rights in New Zealand; recent criminal record check.

    Generous leave
  • Education27 days ago

    NZ Years 7-10 Science Curriculum Reviewer - Biology or Physics

    Education Perfect · 201-1000 employees

    An EdTech platform that empowers educators and amplifies their impact in the classroom.

    New Zealand
    Contract

    Reviewing curriculum alignments · Checking lesson sequencing · Updating lessons and assessments

    Experience teaching New Zealand Years 7–10 Science; specialism in Biology or Physics; understanding of the New Zealand Science curriculum and curriculum alignment; experience reviewing or developing educational content, lessons or assessments; experience using education technology tools

  • Education27 days ago

    Additional Teacher

    Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu - The Correspondence School

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
    Part time

    Supporting student learning · Delivering learning programmes · Planning and reporting

    Right to reside or work in New Zealand; current New Zealand Teachers Registration

  • Education27 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Teaching audio production · Supporting student success · Conducting scholarly research

    Full working rights in New Zealand; evidence of a recent Criminal Record Check

    Generous leave
  • Education28 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Authoring special education scenarios · Writing reference answers · Grading model outputs

    2+ yrsSpecial education certification, license, or equivalent credential; 2+ years teaching in special education settings; depth in IEP development, accommodations, and differentiated instruction; clear written English; commitment to at least 10 hours per week

  • Education28 days ago
    New Zealand
    Internship

    Writing grading rubrics · Producing exemplar responses · Drafting research briefs

    2+ yrsStrong understanding of rubric design, assessment standards, and high school pedagogy; 2+ years teaching, tutoring, or curriculum development at the high school level; experience evaluating student work and articulating reasoning-based feedback

  • Education29 days ago

    Librarian

    ACG Schools

    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing library collections · Delivering library services · Teaching information literacy

    Experience developing and maintaining library collections; proficiency in core library services and information literacy instruction; willing to undertake a New Zealand police check

  • Education30 days ago

    Professional Practice Fellow / Senior Professional Practice Fellow - Classical Voice

    University of Otago · 1001-5000 employees

    A university providing primary health care services to students through a multidisciplinary team.

    Dunedin, Otago
    Full timeMid level

    Teaching voice students · Assessing auditions and performances · Maintaining professional practice

    Established classical vocal performance career; excellent individual and group vocal teaching; cultural competence, Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding and culturally safe practice; registration or eligibility to register with a professional body; NZ work eligibility

  • Education30 days ago

    Swim Instructor

    Napier City Council

    Napier, Hawke's Bay
    Internship

    Delivering swim lessons · Assessing learner progress · Supervising pool activities

    Recognised STA, Austswim, or equivalent swim teaching qualification; Level 3 Aquatic Education certification; at least 18 months’ swim teaching experience

    Generous leaveStudy support

About education jobs in New Zealand

There are 312 roles open for education jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 86 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 204 full time, 71 part time and 10 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $100k to $138k a year.

Most are in Auckland (162), Canterbury (28) and Waikato (27).

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How many education jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

There are 312 roles open for education jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 86 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do education jobs in New Zealand pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most education jobs in New Zealand pay $100k to $138k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

Where are most education jobs in New Zealand?

Right now, most are in Auckland (162), Canterbury (28) and Waikato (27). Open a region to see its education jobs.

How do I write a CV for education jobs?

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