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NZ Registered French Bilingual Teacher (Years 4-6)

Birkdale North School

Full time, PermanentPrimary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

Listed 24 Aug 2026 · Closes 11 Sept 2026

About the role

Birkdale North School is seeking an exceptionally fluent, NZ registered French bilingual teacher to lead a Year 4–6 French bilingual class starting in Term 1, 2027. This is a permanent, full-time position responsible for delivering both the French and English components of our curriculum. Our bilingual programme delivers the New Zealand Curriculum, with teaching conducted in French for three days each week. Essential requirements and criteria: Registration status: Active New Zealand Teacher Registration is required , or applicants must be actively in the process of applying for NZ registration. High language proficiency: Exceptional, native-level or near-native fluency and proficiency in both French and English (spoken and written) to seamlessly teach across both languages. Curriculum mastery: Sound understanding and experience delivering the New Zealand Curriculum. Teamwork and vision: Strong collaboration skills and a deep commitment to upholding our special bilingual programme. Pedagogical passion: A genuine passion for teaching, paired with a positive attitude and a sense of humour If you are looking to join a supportive school environment, work within a dynamic team, and contribute to a vibrant language program, Birkdale North School welcomes your application which must include a cover letter, CV and an application pack. School visits are warmly encouraged.

Learning-area tags: English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

How to apply

Please send your CV, cover letter and direct enquiries to: office@birkdalenorth.school.nz Jan McDonald, Principal 213 Birkdale Road, office@birkdalenorth.school.nz 09 483 8674 Download our application form Application for NZ Registered French Bilingual Teacher Position 2026 v3

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School details

Type
Contributing
Authority
State
Gender
Co-Ed
Roll
142
School number
1229
Address
213 Birkdale Road, Birkdale, Auckland
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