English for Academic Purposes (or ESOL) Teacher

Position overview

Long Bay College is looking for a committed teacher of English for Academic Purposes to join its strong English for Academic Purposes and Languages faculty in Auckland. This permanent full-time role is set to begin on 4 September 2026 and offers the chance to contribute to a team that is growing and innovating while aiming for national excellence.

Why this school

The faculty has a solid track record of strong outcomes for English Language Learning students, including high University Entrance results and effective support for achievement across subjects. Teaching at Long Bay College is grounded in research-backed practice through its Tino Akoranga philosophy, which combines classroom-tested methods, a knowledge-rich curriculum, and explicit instruction. Staff also work within a collaborative professional culture that values reflection, ongoing learning, and shared success.

Teaching focus

The programme includes a wide selection of courses designed for English Language Learners at different proficiency levels and with different learning goals. It also covers standards from the English for Academic Purposes and English Language areas of NCEA.

What the school is seeking

The school is open to both experienced educators and those at the start of their teaching careers. The preferred applicant will have strong subject knowledge, a clear enthusiasm for English for Academic Purposes, a steady and positive classroom approach, a commitment to high-quality explicit teaching, and an openness to evidence-based practice.

Terms and conditions

This role is covered by the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement (STCA), which also sets the hours of work and employment conditions. For trained and registered teachers, the current base salary range is $61,329 to $103,086, with the final salary determined through a formal assessment after appointment is confirmed. The STCA is the governing agreement for this position.