Teacher of Commerce
We are seeking a talented and motivated teacher to join our Commerce learning area teaching across our Middle and Senior schools. The successful applicant will preferably be able to teach both Economics and Business Studies. This is a full-time, permanent appointment ideally commencing in July 2026. There may be an opportunity for the successful candidate to step up into a middle management position in 2027.
With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian Heritage. It is a fully co-education, IB World School in the eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and comprises three schools in one: Junior (Years 1–6), Middle (Years 7–10), and Senior (Years 11–13). We provide our students with an excellent and holistic education within a vibrant learning environment with the aim of allowing them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and develop the necessary skills to learn. For life.
Scots College offers a dual pathway for senior students offering both NCEA and the IB Diploma. The College is fully authorised to deliver the Diploma Programme and the Middle Years Programme. Experience teaching either or both of these programmes would be highly advantageous, although if necessary, training will be provided to the right candidate.
Applicants should have:
- Experience teaching Economics/Business Studies to Senior level
- A passion for, and the ability to promote Commerce in the College
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- A desire to foster excellence and be supportive of focused change
- The ability to promote learning and a passion for the education of young people
- A willingness to move with the times and work to meet our future focused learning goals
- A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes
- A commitment to promoting international mindedness, multi-cultural understanding, and the wellbeing of students
Applications close on Sunday 31 May 2026 and must include a cover letter and current CV (with at least the last five years of experience, gaps explained, and the names of 2-3 referees). Applications are to be made electronically to:
The HR Team
Tel. 04 388 0850
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
Email: [email protected]
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