Full-Time | Fixed Term (Immediate Start – July 2026)
Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: SPCA National Office, Hobsonville, Auckland

Make a Difference Through Education
SPCA’s Education Team is on the lookout for a passionate and innovative primary school teacher who’s excited about inspiring the next generation and advancing animal welfare across Aotearoa.
In this unique and varied role, you'll help coordinate and support SPCA’s national education initiatives. You'll promote our learning resources, assist in creating new content, and help build strong connections with schools and key education sector stakeholders

What We Offer
At SPCA, we believe in supporting our people as much as we support our mission. You’ll be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team with access to great benefits that recognise your contribution and help you thrive.
•    A chance to truly make a difference for New Zealand’s animals
•    Work with a passionate, purpose-driven team
•    Hybrid work options and free onsite parking
•    Birthday leave and other great "purrks"
 

What we need from you
We are looking for a primary school teacher with sound pedagogical knowledge and classroom experience. This person will be passionate about making a difference to the lives of humans and animals and eager to be a member of a team that conceptualises and champions the development of curriculum aligned animal welfare teaching and learning resources for New Zealand ECE centres, primary and intermediate schools. 

Our ideal Candidate will have:
•    A Bachelor's Degree in Education, Teaching or equivalent tertiary qualification.
•    In-depth understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum.
•    Thorough practical and theoretical knowledge of teaching and learning in New Zealand classrooms.
•    An understanding of animal welfare.
•    Knowledge and experience of Tikanga Māori, mātauranga Māori, and Te Ao Māori (not essential, but it would be an advantage).
•    Knowledge and understanding of te Reo Māori (not essential, but it would be an advantage).
•    Ability to engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
•    Ability to work independently and take initiative when required.
•    Creativity and innovation.
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
•    Competence in the use of digital technology as a teaching and learning tool.

Who We Are
SPCA is one of New Zealand’s most loved and respected charities, with a proud history of advocating for animal welfare and helping animals in need since 1872. To learn more about what we do, visit: spca.nz/what-we-do

Ready to Make a Difference?
If this sounds like the right role for you, we encourage you to click Apply now and be part of a team making a real impact through education.

For further details, please refer to the position description available on the SPCA Join Our Team page. Applications close: Monday, 12 May 2025