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Becoming a teacher in New Zealand
Te rapu mahi kaiako

Finding a teaching job

Find out about the support available to help you find a teaching role that works for you
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  • Ngā arawātea mō ngā kaiako hou me ngā kaiako tawhito

    Opportunities for beginning and returning teachers

    Starting out or returning to teaching? The BeTTER Jobs Programme could work for you
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  • Ngā Kaupapa Herenga Tūao

    Voluntary Bonding Schemes

    Work in a school or kura where you're most needed
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  • Te tono rēhita kaiako, tiwhikete kaiako hoki

    Applying for teacher registration and certification

    Register as a teacher and apply for your practising certificate with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand
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Looking for something else?

Try one of the links below.
  • Ngā karahipi TeachNZ

    TeachNZ scholarships

    Our TeachNZ scholarships can financially support you on your journey to becoming a great teacher
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