English Language Partners (ELPNZ) has exciting opportunities for three new Trustees to join our highly committed and motivated board, providing strategic oversight to a significant national charitable organisation.

Our Trustees are responsible for governing and protecting the long-term interests of ELPNZ. For 40 years, ELPNZ has provided English language tuition and social support to adult refugees and migrants making their home in Aotearoa New Zealand. In 2022, we worked with 6,665 learners through the efforts of 328 paid staff and 838 trained volunteers.

The role of Trustee is a voluntary position. Appointment is for a term of three years.

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Ideal candidates for the role will:

• Be committed to the vision and purpose ofELPNZ;
• Have prior governance experience;
• Be able to demonstrate strategic thinking,analytical and leadership skills; and
• Be able to commit the time and energy required.

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In addition to the above, ELPNZ is particularly interested in people who may be able to bring specific knowledge, background or competency around one or more of the following:

• A former refugee, migrant or Pasifika background
• Education or adult learning
• Business or Commercial experience
• Governance or senior leadership roles in the private sector, NGOs or government
• One of the positions requires a professional background in strategic finance or accounting, and experience chairing a finance& audit committee would be highly desirable.

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We are also keen to increase our board membership from Auckland and upper North Island.

For further information view the job description at the button below.

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Please apply in writing with a cover letter and full CV to Wendy Daubs at ELPtrustee@englishlanguage.org.nz Applications close Wednesday 19 April 2023, 5pm.

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Who we are

English Language Partners New Zealand (ELPNZ) is an award-winning education provider with NZQA Category 1endorsement. We are New Zealand’s largest national not-for-profit provider of English language education and support to former refugees and migrants and have been operating for over 40 years.

We have 22 centres from Whangarei to Invercargill, where over 350 staff and 1000 volunteers support around 6,400 learners a year.  Our National Office is based in a great office space on The Terrace in Wellington.

We do amazing things, we have a strong team, solid foundations and make a huge difference to 1000's of lives a year. But we want to do more.

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About the role

This exciting fixed term contract, will see you bring your technical expertise and leadership in Health, Safety and Wellbeing to guide ELP through a change process to develop and mature its’ culture and practices around HS&W over a two-year period.

You’ll work as part of the People & Culture team alongside senior leaders and the Board to set the direction for Health, Safety and Wellness and support the development of both a strategic framework and operational HS&W management system.  You can expect autonomy and collaboration in spades as you work across the business to ensure ELP has pragmatic and fit-for purpose programmes, policies, governance and leadership in place to keep our people safe at work and deliver on our vision for the workplace. Once this foundational work is complete you’ll work to transition these new process into a robust BAU health safety & wellbeing culture.

There is a real opportunity to make this role your own and take the organisation to the next level.  This could be the perfect opportunity for a senior practitioner looking to step into a role with more leadership and autonomy or an experienced manager looking for a values led organisation.

Who you are

• You have at least 7 years’ experience working at senior level in the health and safety field  and a relevant qualification and professional grading in Health & Safety.
• You’ll be experienced acting as a partner to the business providing expert HSW advice and guidance to Board and senior leadership team.
• You’ll be known for your consultative approach and will probably have supported organisations through similar change projects such as transforming culture, process and practices around health safety and wellbeing.  You have an open communication style, listen to staff and support the organisation to make decisions informed by the best available evidence.
• You have a track record of entrepreneurial thinking and turning challenges into opportunities. Results oriented and pragmatic, you know that ‘shipping beats perfection’ whilst still ensuring quality in delivery through fit-for-purpose processes. People describe you as ‘a doer’ and you get a kick out of making things run smoother, faster and simpler!
• Ideally you’ll know the not-for-profit or education sectors and have experience working with a CALD environment. You are values led and work to make a difference in the community and have fun doing so.
• This is a two year fixed-term contract, ideally full time 37.5 hours per week but open to negotiating a 30 hour a week role for the right candidate.

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What we offer

This role offers the opportunity to lead the transformation of our HSW culture and practices at ELP, supported by a strong and effective network of regional staff. We have a great culture, good resources and an ambitious CE and Board- you will have freedom and autonomy to make great things happen here.

The remuneration for this position is competitive within the not-for-profit sector.

Above all, this an opportunity to make a difference and contribute to good settlement outcomes for former refugees and migrants.

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To apply

Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

To make a confidential inquiry and learn more about this position, call Annette Fitzpatrick on 04 471 7803.

Applications close 29 March 2023. We are likely to conduct interviews with successful candidates the week commencing 03 April 2023.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand – NZ citizenship, resident visa holder or a valid NZ work visa and be residing in New Zealand.

Who we are

English Language Partners New Zealand (ELPNZ) is an award-winning education provider with NZQA Category 1endorsement. We are New Zealand’s largest national not-for-profit provider of English language education and support to former refugees and migrants and have been operating for over 40 years.

We have 22 centres from Whangarei to Invercargill, where over 350 staff and 1000 volunteers support around 6,400learners a year.  Our National Office is based in a great office space on The Terrace in Wellington.

We do amazing things, we have a strong team, solid foundations and make a huge difference to 1000's of lives a year. But we want to do more.

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About the role

We're really excited about this position as it's the first time our facility management function has been under one role! We're looking for an experienced facilities manager who's excited by the prospect of ensuring all our spaces and workplaces are welcoming, safe, healthy, inclusive, productive and fit-for-purpose.

You can expect plenty of variety, collaboration and autonomy leading the operational management of facilities across the motu; sourcing new premises, leading negotiations, and office fit outs; empowering and supporting our regional managers to manage their facilities; developing and refining our existing facilities management systems and processes, and leading projects such as enhancing our building security and ventilation.  

This role needs a pragmatist to ensure our facilities serve us now and into the future. There is a real opportunity to make this role your own and take the organisation to the next level. [RO1]  This could be the perfect opportunity for a senior practitioner looking to step into a role with more leadership and autonomy or an experienced manager looking for a values led organisation that makes a tangible impact to the lives of former refugee and migrant learners.

Who you are

• You have at least 4 years’ experience working at a senior level in the facilities management field and ideally a relevant qualification or professional membership of this field.
• You’ll be experienced in acting as a partner to the business providing expert facilities advice to leadership teams, and leading contract negotiations independently.
• You’ll be known for your consultative approach and will probably have supported organisations through change projects such as embedding new process and practices around facilities management.  You’ll have an open communication style, listen to staff, and support the organisation to make decisions informed by the best available evidence.
• You have a track record of entrepreneurial thinking and turning challenges into opportunities. Results oriented and pragmatic, you know that ‘shipping beats perfection’ whilst still ensuring quality in delivery through fit-for-purpose processes. People describe you as ‘a doer’ and you get a kick out of making things run smoother, faster, and simpler!
• Ideally, you’ll know the not-for-profit or education sectors. You are values led, and work to make a difference in the community and have fun doing so.
• This is a permanent part time position, 20 hours per week approx., days and times negotiable within business hours.

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What we offer

This role offers the opportunity to develop and enhance facilities management practice at ELP, supported by a strong and effective network of regional staff. We have a great culture, good resources and an ambitious CE and Board-  you will have freedom and autonomy to make great things happen here.

The remuneration for this position is competitive within the not-for-profit sector.

Above all, this an opportunity to make a difference and contribute to good settlement outcomes for former refugees and migrants.

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To apply

 Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

 To make a confidential inquiry and learn more about this position, call Annette Fitzpatrick on 04 471 7803.

Applications close 12 April 2023. We are likely to conduct interviews with successful candidates the week commencing 17 April 2023.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand – NZ citizenship, resident visa holder or a valid NZ work visa and be residing in New Zealand.

English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language programmes and settlement services to adult refugees and migrants throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.

We are passionate about supporting former refugees and migrants to participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand and are looking for your help to achieve this.

Who you are

As an experienced education administrator, you know how to organise yourself and other people.

Your teaching background also gives you the skills to understand and support quality teaching provision with our teachers and students. You thrive in a busy environment, working both as part of a small, collaborative team or independently as required.  

You are a socially conscious person who believes in working to make a difference.  Naturally organised, coordination comes easily to you, and you enjoy the challenge of working out logistics to get all the pieces of the puzzle to fit. You are a “people person” who enjoys interacting with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds and want a career that can work around your lifestyle and existing commitments.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinating a range conversational English language group programmes for our Wellington Centre, ensuring the logistics are covered and that teachers and learners have what they need to operate effectively.
• Supporting and developing our teachers; providing teaching supervision and quality management, conducting teacher observations, and delivering some internal systems training.
• Supporting the Centre Manager with other tasks as needed; marketing & promotion, annual planning, attending/ organising various stakeholder meetings and learner and community events.
• 20 hours per week, permanent part-time, commencing asap in March 2023.
• Days and times negotiable. $32 per hour, central Wellington location.

Is this you?

• Tertiary degree in a relevant discipline such as TESOL, TEFL, teaching, adult education, and experience in ESOL teaching is essential
• Proven administration/coordination experience, with strong time management and organisational skills.
• Experience supporting/delivering online teaching and/or a good understanding of technology for teaching is desirable.
• Excellent IT skills across with Microsoft Office Suite (Office 365, Word, Excel, Outlook)and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• A positive attitude and a clear and friendly communication style (spoken and written) with a strong customer service ethos.
• A current clean full driver’s licence and able to use own vehicle for regular work-related meetings (desirable)
• You should be able to accommodate some afterhours work when it is required.

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What we offer

ELPNZ is a friendly and inclusive workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to helping refugees and migrants learn English and effectively settle in New Zealand.

To apply:

Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

For further information about the position, you can contact Zlata Sosa via email, zlata.sosa@englishlanguage.org.nz.

Applications close on the 20^th of March 2023, so don’t delay, apply now to be in with a chance.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. A police check will be mandatory upon employment.

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Do you want a career that can work around your lifestyle and existing commitments? English Language Partners – Hawke’s Bay is looking for relief teachers.

You are an experienced Teacher who has lived or taught in New Zealand for at least a few years or perhaps you are a seasoned literacy teacher whose worked with adult learners, either way you are well versed in NZ cultural practices but still have empathy for the challenges of adapting to a new country.  You are creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style and take pride in delivering a truly learner-centred curriculum.

What’s available?

• Classes range from more general conversation English classes to specialist classes targeting workplace English.
• Hourly rate, $47 per hour, casual opportunities available for immediate start, with the potential for short, fixed term engagements later in the year.
• Hawke’s Bay location (Hastings and Napier).

Is this you?

• Tertiary qualified in TESOL at level 5 or above(e.g. graduate certificate, Bachelor's degree, post-grad diploma such as CELTA, Cert TESOL, Cert TEAL, Dip SLT).
• Additionally, a New Zealand teaching qualification (ideally primary) or NCALNE (Voc) is desirable but not essential.
• Experienced in ESOL teaching (preferably in a New Zealand context) at varied levels, particularly to beginner learners.
• Experience delivering online teaching and/or a good understanding of technology for teaching is desirable.
• A learner centred approach with the ability to be guided by a curriculum while being creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style.
• A motivated self-starter with strong cultural sensitivity, empathy, and the ability to work as part of a tight-knit team.

Who we are and what we offer.

English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language and social support to adult migrants and former refugees throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.

We are a fantastic, family friendly workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to supporting former refugees and migrants to participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand.

To apply:

Visit our website at www.englishlanguage.org.nz/vacancies and select the Apply Now button under the vacancy to fill out the application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter.  To be considered, you must apply through our website.

Don’t delay, apply now. If you have an any queries regarding the role please contact Maureen Gillies, maureen.gillies@englishlanguage.org.nzfor a confidential chat.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language and social support to adult migrants and former refugees throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.

Our Auckland South Centre is looking for ESOL Teachers interested in part time work in 2023, supporting former refugees to improve their spoken and written English language skills.

You’ll be an experienced Teacher who has lived or taught in New Zealand for at least a few years or perhaps you’ve worked with adult learners, either way you are well versed in NZ cultural practices but still have empathy for the challenges of adapting to a new country.  You are creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style and take pride in delivering a truly learner-centred curriculum.

What’s coming up?

• 1 x 6-hour specialist literacy focused beginner English group class.  Classes will run for 2 hours Tuesday to Thursday, 9.00am – 11.00am
• $47.00 per hour rate, central Auckland South location, fixed-term or part-time contract

Is this you?

• Tertiary qualified in TESOL at level 5 or above(e.g. graduate certificate, Bachelor's degree, post-grad diploma such as CELTA, Cert TESOL, Cert TEAL, Dip SLT).
• Additionally, New Zealand teaching qualification (ideally primary) or NCALNE (Voc) is desirable but not essential.
• Experienced in ESOL teaching (preferably in a New Zealand context) at varied levels, particularly to beginner learners.
• Experience in a primary school teaching background who can teach learners who have had little to no education in their own country. 
• Experience delivering online teaching and/or a good understanding of technology for teaching is desirable.
• A learner centred approach with the ability to be guided by a curriculum while being creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style.
• A motivated self-starter with strong cultural sensitivity, empathy and the ability to work as part of a tight-knit team.

What we offer.

We are a fantastic, family friendly workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to supporting former refugees and migrants to participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand.

To register your interest:

Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

For further information about potential opportunities contact Julia Castles via email, julia.castles@englishlanguage.org.nz

Classes start as soon as possible so don’t delay!  Apply now.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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Do you want a career that can work around your lifestyle and existing commitments? English Language Partners - Christchurch is looking for ESOL teachers for relief teaching.

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You are an experienced ESOL Teacher who has lived or taught in New Zealand for at least a few years or perhaps you are a seasoned literacy teacher who has worked with adult learners, either way you are well versed in NZ cultural practices but still have empathy for the challenges of adapting toa new country.  You are creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style and take pride in delivering a truly learner-centred curriculum.

What’s available?

• Classes range from more general conversation English classes to specialist classes targeting adult literacy, job seeking, workplace English, and more
• Hourly rate, $47 per hour, casual opportunities available for immediate start, with the potential for short, fixed term engagements later in the year.
• We also offer, one-to-one private tuition contracts, variable hours, learner home based under a self-employed contractor arrangement, $54 per hour.
• Central Christchurch location.

Is this you?

• Tertiary qualified in TESOL at level 5 or above(e.g. graduate certificate, Bachelor's degree, post-grad diploma such as CELTA, Cert TESOL, Cert TEAL, Dip SLT).
• Additionally, a New Zealand teaching qualification (ideally primary) or NCALNE (Voc) is desirable but not essential.
• Experienced in ESOL teaching (preferably in a New Zealand context) at varied levels, particularly to beginner learners.
• Experience delivering online teaching and/or a good understanding of technology for teaching is desirable.
• A learner centred approach with the ability to be guided by a curriculum while being creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style.
• A motivated self-starter with strong cultural sensitivity, empathy, and the ability to work as part of a tight-knit team.

Who we are and what we offer.

English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language and social support to adult migrants and former refugees throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.

We are a fantastic, family friendly workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to supporting former refugees and migrants to participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand.

To apply:

Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

Don’t delay, apply now. If you have an any queries regarding the role please contact Sheryl Jackson, sheryl.jackson@englishlanguage.org.nz for a confidential chat.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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Do you want a career that can work around your lifestyle and existing commitments? English Language Partners - Aoraki is looking for ESOL teachers for relief teaching and part-time work in Timaru.

You are an experienced ESOL Teacher who has lived or taught in New Zealand for at least a few years or perhaps you are a seasoned literacy teacher whose worked with adult learners, either way you are well versed in NZ cultural practices but still have empathy for the challenges of adapting to a new country.  You are creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style and take pride in delivering a truly learner-centred curriculum.

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What’s available?

• Classes range from more general conversation English classes to specialist classes targeting adult literacy,  job seeking, workplace English, and more
• Hourly rate, $38 – $46 per hour, casual opportunities available for immediate start, with the potential for short, fixed term engagements later in the year and in 2023.
• We also offer, one-to-one private tuition contracts, variable hours, learner home based under a self-employed contractor arrangement, $50 per hour.
• Central Timaru location.

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Is this you?

• tertiary qualified in TESOL at level 5 or above (e.g. graduate certificate, Bachelor's degree, post-grad diploma such as CELTA, Cert TESOL, Cert TEAL, Dip SLT).
• additionally a New Zealand teaching qualification (ideally primary) or NCALNE (Voc) is desirable but not essential.
• experienced in ESOL teaching (preferably in a New Zealand context) at varied levels, particularly to beginner learners.
• experience delivering online teaching and/or a good understanding of technology for teaching is desirable.
• A learner centred approach with the ability to be guided by a curriculum while being creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style.
• a motivated self-starter with strong cultural sensitivity, empathy and the ability to work as part of a tight-knit team.

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Who we are and what we offer

English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language and social support to adult migrants and former refugees throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.

We are a fantastic, family friendly workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to supporting former refugees and migrants to participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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To apply:

Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

Don’t delay, apply now or send any queries to Sheryl Jackson, aoraki@englishlanguage.org.nz for a confidential chat.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Applicants should also note that, although currently no roles are assessed as requiring vaccination, ELPNZ has previously implemented a vaccination mandate for medium and high-risk roles.‍

English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language and social support to adult refugees and migrants throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.

We are passionate about supporting former refugees and migrants to participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand and are looking for your help to achieve this.

Do you want a career that can work around your lifestyle and existing commitments? Our Invercargill Centre is looking for registrations of interest from ESOL teachers who are looking for  part time & relief teaching work.

Working as part of a small team, you will deliver a range of English Language Programmes, both in person and online, to our former refugee and migrant learners who are keen to improve their spoken and written language skills.

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What’s coming up?

• A range of 2 to 4-hour group classes during business hours, evenings, and weekends, online and in person, so there is something to suit all schedules.
• Classes range from more general conversation English classes to specialist classes targeting job seeking, workplace English, and more.
• Hourly rate of $38.00 – $46.00 per hour, casual opportunities available for immediate start, with the potential for short, fixed term engagements later in the year and in 2023.
• We also offer self-employed contractor arrangements, $50.00 per hour one-to-one private tuition contracts, variable hours, in learners’ homes.

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Is this you?

• Tertiary qualified in TESOL at level 5 or above (e.g., graduate certificate, Bachelor's degree, post-grad diploma such as CELTA, Cert TESOL, Cert TEAL, Dip SLT).
• Additionally, a New Zealand teaching qualification (ideally primary) or NCALNE (Voc) is desirable but not essential.
• Experienced in ESOL teaching (preferably in a New Zealand context) at varied levels, particularly to beginner learners.
• Experienced in delivering online teaching and/or a good understanding of technology for teaching is essential.
• A learner centred approach with the ability to be guided by a curriculum while being creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style.
• A motivated self-starter with strong cultural sensitivity, empathy, and the ability to work as part of a tight-knit team.

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What we offer

ELPNZ is a fantastic, family friendly workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to helping former refugees and migrants learn English and effectively settle in New Zealand.

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To apply:

Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

For further information about the position, please contact Gaye Wall on 03 218 3736.

All applicants need to complete a Police Check form.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Applicants should also note that, although currently no roles are assessed as requiring vaccination, ELPNZ has previously implemented a vaccination mandate for medium and high-risk roles.

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English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language and social support to adult refugees and migrants throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.

We are passionate about supporting former refugees and migrants participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand and are looking for your help to achieve this.

Do you want a career that can work around your lifestyle and existing commitments? Our three Auckland Centres are looking for registrations of interest from ESOL teachers who are looking for part time & relief teaching work.

Working for either our North Shore, Auckland Central & West or Auckland South Centres, you will deliver a range of English Language Programmes, but primarily classes focused on English for workplaces and English for job seeking, to our refugee and migrant learners who are keen to improve their spoken and written language skills

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What you’ll be doing‍

• Supporting refugee and migrant learners who are keen to improve their spoken and written language skills in order to gain employment or thrive in their current workplaces.
• Delivering 2 - 4-hour vocational English group classes running, evenings and weekends, online and face-to-face.
• Hourly rate, $47 per hour, casual opportunities available for immediate start, with the potential for short, fixed term engagements later in the year and in 2023.

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Is this you?

• Tertiary qualified in TESOL at level 5 or above (e.g. graduate certificate, Bachelor's degree, post-grad diploma such as CELTA, Cert TESOL, Cert TEAL, Dip SLT).
• Additionally, a New Zealand teaching qualification (ideally primary) or NCALNE (Voc) is desirable but not essential.
• Experience delivering online teaching and/or a good understanding of technology for teaching is essential.
• A learner centred approach with the ability to be guided by a curriculum while being creative, practical, and adaptable in your teaching style.
• A motivated self-starter with strong cultural sensitivity, empathy and the ability to work as part of a tight-knit team.

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Who we are and what we offer

ELPNZ is a fantastic, family friendly workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to helping refugees and migrants learn English and effectively settle in New Zealand.

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To apply:

Select the Apply Now button below to fill out the application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

For further information about the position, you can contact Andrew Barron at our North Shore Centre on 021 160 0146 or via email, andrew.barron@englishlanguage.org.nz

We are hiring ASAP, so get your applications in as soon as possible to be considered.

Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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