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Posted 10 August, 2026

French-English Bilingual Teacher

Te Kura o Tawatawa - Ridgway School
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: 531d2bdded4c8119

Job Description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/02/2027, End Date: 17/12/2027 (Study Leave) Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher English Health and physical education Learning languages Mathematics and statistics Science Social sciences Technology Te reo Māori The arts We're looking for an outstanding French-English bilingual teacher to join our uniqueRuru La Chouetteteam in 2027. Ruru La Chouette is Wellington's only French-English bilingual class. It delivers the New Zealand curriculum in both French and English. Our learners are immersed in both French and English through a rich, authentic curriculum that celebrates language, culture and belonging. As part of Ridgway School, you'll work alongside a collaborative and innovative team committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities for every child. We're looking for a teacher who: is fluent in both French and English, with the ability to teach confidently in both languages is a New Zealand registered teacher (or eligible to become NZ registered) creates engaging, high-quality learning experiences that inspire curiosity and a love of learning builds strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues has high expectations while nurturing every learner to succeed is organised, reflective and collaborative values cultural diversity and enjoys working as part of a bilingual teaching team. At Ridgway School you'll join a warm, supportive staff who value innovation, collaboration and professional growth. We encourage teachers to bring their own passions and strengths to the role and to contribute to the rich life of our school community. If you're passionate about bilingual education and want to make a difference in a thriving programme where language and culture are celebrated every day, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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