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Can I get a job teaching from overseas or do I need to be in NZ?
Due to the world-wide recession teachers in
What does decile refer to?
Decile is the system of numbering schools from 1 to 10 based on the socio-economic catchment of a specific school and its zone. It has no reference to the quality of education or to the manner in which a school may be operated.
What is ERO?
ERO is the Education Review Office. This is a government organisation which is responsible for regular checks on all operational facets of all schools in
How long will it take for my paperwork to be completed?
The process of getting the paperwork together for the NZQA qualification assessment and then NZ Teacher regsitration can take quite some time so we recommend that teachers get on to this well in advance of the time when they wish to come to New Zealand. NZQA offers the fast track facility which expedites the application but there is an additional charge for this service. Completing the NZQA assessment and then gathering police checks, references, and possible language tests can further slow the process of registering with the Teachers Council. Oasis recommends that the whole process can take as long as 6 months although it is usually much shorter.
What qualifications /references do I need to work for Oasis?
All teachers who wish to teach relief/supply for us must have current NZ Teacher regsitration and an appropriate work permit to allow them to work in NZ legally. We do always complete at least two referee checks with all teacher applicants. Please do note that Oasis acts as an agency ie we send teachers to different schools each day but the school is the formal ermployer and the teacher is paid by the Ministry of Education; not Oasis.
How does relief/supply teaching work?
Oasis teachers are contacted by us by phone either prior to the day of work or on that morning. The teacher fills in a time sheet at school before leaving and the school faxes a copy of the teachers time sheet to the pay roll orgnaisation. Salaries are paid in a fortnightly cycle.
Should I register at home or when I reach NZ?
As stated above it is a good idea to have NZ Teacher registration completed before you arrive. Teachers without it can only teach for 10 days or 20 half days and without regsitration the teacher is paid at the untrained teacher rate.
How do I open a bank account?
The National Bank can assist you to open an account while you are still in the
What is the likelihood of finding work in NZ?
The teacher shortage in NZ has been alleviated somewhat recently however there is still a place for quality, experiencd teachers with excellent references in NZ schools.
How do I get a work permit to work in NZ?
If you are 30 or under you may be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa. If not you will need a job offer to apply for a temporary work permit. There are also other visa options including residency. Forms and further information on this can be found on the NZ immigration website www.immigration.govt.nz
Is there a cost for Oasis' services?
Oasis Education does not charge its teachers any fees. So our services are free to you.
What is the best time to come over to NZ and when are roles advertised?
The NZ school year starts in January and hence most vacancies are for this time. Jobs can come up at anytime however Oasis's main recruitment period for Term 1 is October through to January. Other vacancies do also come up for Terms 2, 3 and 4.
How much will I get paid?
Salaries in NZ are paid on a national scale and are dependent on qualifications and years experience. You can find more information on teacher salaries on the Ministry of Education website www.minedu.govt.nz
Will my qualifications be recognised?
Unfortunately some qualifications are not recognised in NZ eg: the Graduate Teacher Programme in the
I'd love to teach in NZ, what do I need to do?
There are 5 key steps to complete...
1. Register with Oasis, and you can do this simply by sending your CV and cover letter to the respective primary secondary or relief consultant.
2. NZQA Qualifications Assessment
3. Teachers Registration
4. Job Offer
5. Visa
What assistance do you provide teachers relocating to NZ?
We are a recruitment company not an immigration company and so - for people looking for fulltime posts -our main role is to find you a job. To achieve this we will reference check and interview you. While this process is being satisfactorily completed, we will market you to schools and school leaders. Of course we will also advise and guide you as well as we can but our main task is to find work for teachers.
Where can I work in
Working through Oasis, almost all the primary and intermediate placements we make are in
What type of work do you offer?
Throughout the year Oasis offers relief teaching (supply teaching) to reliable teachers who have NZ registration and suitable work permits. Relief demand is regulated by our schools' needs and factors such as; weather, winter colds and professional development, have a significant effect on how much work we have to offer. As a rule the best teachers get most work and the key to steady relief work is making a good impression and then getting asked back on a regular basis by schools. As mentioned above we also offer long term and permanent placements in primary, intermediate and secondary. |
Our Difference
We take pride in, and are fully committed to providing the best possible service, support and follow up to schools and teachers. In all our dealings with the education community in New Zealand and internationally we are motivated by a clear vision:
to contribute to the future of education. |
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