BGI · Wellington
Alternative Education Teacher - Literacy and Numeracy
SecondaryFull time, Contract, Start Date: 11/01/2027, End Date: 15/01/2029Beginning teachers welcome
BGI in Wellington is seeking a full-time Alternative Education Teacher to teach literacy and numeracy across Years 7–15. The fixed-term contract runs from 11 January 2027 to 15 January 2029, supporting up to 20 young people through individual learning programmes. The role suits beginning teachers and involves working with the tumuaki, youth workers, mentors and wider support services.
- Literacy and numeracy teaching
- Supports up to 20 young people
- Individualised education programmes
- Trauma-informed, hands-on learning
Closes 30 Nov 2026
Applications close 30 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
Teach literacy and numeracy full time to up to 20 young people in an individualised alternative education programme for Years 7–15. This fixed-term contract runs from 11 January 2027 to 15 January 2029, working with the tumuaki, youth workers and mentors to plan learning and support student re-engagement.
What they’re looking for
- Strength-based approach to education
- Hands-on learning practice
- Youth development knowledge
- Trauma-informed practice
- Ability to work within an integrated support team
- Commitment to safe, stable learning relationships
About the school
BGI is a Wellington secondary wharekura serving learners from Years 7 to 15. Its programme brings education together with health, wellbeing and social support through partnerships with youth organisations.
How to apply
Applications close on 30 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Starts
- 11 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 15 Jan 2029
- Listed
- 30 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“The educator/teacher will work alongside the tumuaki to tailor and deliver individualized education programs to up to 20 young people. They will work alongside youth workers to help develop and implement this programme. The programme will operate from a strength-based…”