St Mark’s School is a co-educational Private Anglican Diocesan School with children from Preschool to Year 8. Based in Wellington, we are a registered IB World School and teach the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP).
At the heart of St Mark’s is our team of highly qualified teachers and support staff. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about making a difference to the lives and futures of our young people.
Music Teacher – Fixed Term – Part-Time, Maternity Cover
Commencing 22 June 2026
St Mark’s is a co-educational Independent Anglican International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. We are a leader in primary music, known for our outstanding choral, instrumental, and classroom programmes.
We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and energetic Music Teacher for a part-time maternity cover position. This role is ideal for an innovative educator who can deliver an engaging classroom music programme that could include a mix of classroom, choral, instrumental and performance music.
- Classroom Music: Deliver an engaging, balanced, and differentiated music programme to students from Year 1 to Year 8.
- Choral & Instrumental Lead: Lead our highly successful choral programme and instrumental ensembles (including Jazz Band, Orchestra, and Rock Band).
- Performance & Events: Provide musical accompaniment for weekly Chapel services, school assemblies, and other school events.
- Program Support: Oversee the popular Itinerant music programme, including visiting teachers and student enrolments.
- Pastoral Care: Maintain high standards of student welfare and support our special Anglican character and core values: Manaakitanga, Achievement, Respect, and Kindness.
Personal Specification
- Qualified Teacher Status with a minimum of a Bachelor of Music.
- Proven experience in leading choirs, and bands.
- A proactive, collaborative attitude and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents.
- Prior knowledge of IB PYP is not essential, as professional development will be provided.
How to Apply
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Application Pack: For a full Job Description, please contact the Executive Assistant at hrsmcs@st-marks.school.nz.
- To Apply: Email your CV, Cover Letter, and Application Form to the address above.
- Closing Date: Friday, 24 April 2026, at 3pm.
Note: We will be considering applications as they come in and reserve the right to appoint the right applicant before the closing date.
Shape a Global Future at St Mark’s: Join Us as a French Tutor!
Are you passionate about language and inspired by young learners? Our school is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, and creative Itinerant French Tutor and to join our community and spark a love for the French language and culture in our Year 1–8 students.
The Opportunity
We are looking for someone to lead engaging one-on-one or small-group sessions right here on-site.
This is a great opportunity for a passionate educator looking for flexible work.
Requirements:
- Fluent French speaker
- Experience teaching primary-aged students (preferred)
- Engaging, patient, and well-organised
- Ability to tailor lessons to different year levels
If you are interested, please email your CV and Cover Letter to:
The Principal, c/- The Principal’s Executive Assistant, at hrsmcs@st-marks.school.nz
Note: To be considered for this position, applicants must hold a current and valid visa permitting them to work in New Zealand.
