Salary of Teacher in New Zealand 2026

How much does a Teacher earn?

NZD 82,290 / Annual
Based on 32 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 75,000 Average salary: NZD 82,290 Maximum: NZD 90,000

Minimum
NZD 75,000 Average salary
NZD 82,290 Maximum
NZD 90,000

NZD 6,858 / Monthly
Based on 32 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 6,250 Average salary: NZD 6,858 Maximum: NZD 7,500

Minimum
NZD 6,250 Average salary
NZD 6,858 Maximum
NZD 7,500

NZD 229 / Daily
Based on 32 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 208 Average salary: NZD 229 Maximum: NZD 250

Minimum
NZD 208 Average salary
NZD 229 Maximum
NZD 250

NZD 43 / Hourly
Based on 32 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 39 Average salary: NZD 43 Maximum: NZD 47

Minimum
NZD 39 Average salary
NZD 43 Maximum
NZD 47

Salary data updated: October 2026

Salary of Teacher in New Zealand

Teachers

Otago, Otago, New Zealand Shotover Primary School Full-time NZD 90,000 Contract

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Leave Cover) Primary and intermediate (Years 1-8) /...
Teacher

Remote, Manawatū- Hanganui, New Zealand Poroutawhao School Full-time NZD 76,000 Contract

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher English, Health and physical education,...
Teacher

Otago, Otago, New Zealand School Jobs Full-time NZD 90,000 Contract

Wakatipu High School’s vision is for Aotearoa New Zealand’s best all-round education. We are looking for a great...

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Salary comparison

FAQ - Teacher

The average salary for Teacher is AUD82,290 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 32 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Teacher in New Zealand.

The lowest salary of Teacher per year in New Zealand is AUD75,000

The highest salary for Teacher per year in New Zealand is AUD90,000

Data updated: October 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in New Zealand. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 32 job postings with salary.