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Can South Africans teach in NZ?

Can South Africans teach in NZ?

Every year, New Zealand recruits many teachers from countries like South Africa and the United Kingdom, to fill vacancies in the country’s schools. The teacher shortage presents an opportunity to South African qualified teachers based in New Zealand, who are seeking employment as teachers.

What qualifications do you need to be a teacher in New Zealand?

Entry requirements

  • a specialist subject degree followed by a one-year Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) or a Master of Teaching (Secondary)
  • a Bachelor of Education (Technology)
  • a Bachelor of Teaching conjoint degree (a combination of teaching and specialist subjects).

Do they need teachers in New Zealand?

Yes, they’re needed. School principals at both primary (grade 1 to 4-7) and secondary schools (high school) levels, and early childhood centre managers are reporting difficulties in recruiting teachers.

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Is it easy to get a teaching job in New Zealand?

While the demand for primary and secondary teachers and early childhood educators is high, it can be difficult for overseas trained teachers to secure a teaching position in the country unless you have training that’s listed on Immigration New Zealand’s skills shortage list AND the hiring body can show that it was …

How can I go to New Zealand for job?

  1. Step 1: Find out about jobs in New Zealand. Will your job be the same in New Zealand?
  2. Step 2: Write or update your CV.
  3. Step 3: Search and apply for suitable jobs.
  4. Step 4: Prepare and practise for job interviews.
  5. Step 5: Attend job interviews.
  6. Step 6: Get a job offer.
  7. Step 7: Begin working.

How do I move to New Zealand as a teacher?

Teachers will need to have their education and teaching qualifications assessed by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and also gain registration through the Education Council of Aotearoa New Zealand. In addition, teachers must provide a police clearance check in order to secure a teaching job.

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Can I get a job as a teacher in New Zealand?

Teaching vacancies in New Zealand are listed in the Education Gazette. Immigration rules require that schools and early learning services give preference to teachers with New Zealand registration who are citizens or permanent residents. Professional support is available for overseas trained teachers.