The school year is underway and classrooms are settling. If you still have a vacancy, there is time to appoint an overseas teacher for the start of next term. With the right support, the process can be straightforward for your leadership team and smooth for the teacher and their whānau.
Two pathways are most common for overseas teachers:
Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV).
Straight to Residence (Green List) Visa (STR).
Processing times change. Many teachers prefer to travel with their family, which can add time for dependants to be processed. Always check the latest guidance on the Immigration New Zealand website before you plan start dates. We can help you map the steps and communicate clear timelines with your preferred candidate.
Term-ready start: There is still a window to complete selection, offer, and visa steps before next term.
Access to in-demand subjects: We are working with strong teachers across Technology, PE, Sciences, Mathematics, English, and more.
Less disruption: A planned arrival avoids mid-term cover costs and timetable reshuffles.
We have a current pool of teachers with profiles and short videos so you can get a feel for their classroom style. If you do not see the exact match you need, we will source to your brief and shortlist within days.
Request: profiles, video introductions, references, and availability for interview.
Clarify the role and candidate profile with you.
Present a shortlist with video profiles and referee details.
Arrange interviews across time zones and support task lessons where needed.
Guide the offer and acceptance process.
Coordinate registration and visa steps with the teacher.
Support relocation planning so your new staff member is classroom-ready on day one.
There is no cost or obligation to meet any of our teachers. No fee is payable unless your school makes an appointment.
Family travel: Many teachers will wait to travel with partners and children. Allow for dependant processing.
Registration: We will advise on the right sequence for registration and visa steps.
Term dates: Plan backwards from your first teaching day to set realistic milestones for offer, documentation, and travel.
Share your vacancy needs.
Review profiles and videos.
Interview your preferred candidates.
Make an offer. We support the rest.
Submit a vacancy: We will return a shortlist fast.
Request teacher profiles: Receive curated options for your subject area.
Book a 10-minute consult: Get clear next steps on visas, registration, and timelines.
Can we talk to teachers without committing to a fee?
Yes. There is no cost or obligation to speak with any teacher. A fee is only payable if your school appoints.
What if we need a teacher in a hard-to-fill subject?
Tell us your brief. We will prioritise sourcing and present a shortlist with video profiles.
How do visas affect start dates?
Processing times vary by pathway and whether dependants are included. We will help you plan realistic timelines and keep communication clear with your preferred teacher.
Will you help with registration and relocation?
Yes. We guide teachers through registration and visa steps and support relocation so they are ready to teach.
Can we see examples before we commit?
Yes. We can share anonymised profile examples and outline a plan for your role.