One of the most prohibitive things about teaching in New Zealand or Australia could be the cost of moving overseas. The price of a plane ticket, visas, and storage for any stuff you haven’t Marie Kondo’d out of your life by now might seem like a major barrier. Now, there’s a grant for that.
That’s right—good news for people looking for teaching jobs in New Zealand! The Overseas Relocation Grant, also known as the ORG, could make the cost of moving to teach across the world much more affordable.
Even better news? Leading Out is ready to do everything we can to help you apply and get you on the way to the adventure of a lifetime!
First, let’s take a bit more of an in-depth look at the ORG, how it works and whether you’re eligible to apply.
What is the Overseas Relocation Grant?
Sure, it says it all up front in the name—the ORG is a teaching grant offered by the New Zealand government to those who are interested in teaching overseas. It’s meant to help cover the cost of relocating.
The grant covers up to $5,000 in moving expenses, and is given to teachers after they have successfully relocated to New Zealand.
Why is New Zealand Offering the ORG?
New Zealand is looking for teachers to fill positions all across the country. They count on international teachers to staff many of their schools. If you’re a qualified Canadian or North American teacher, there’s a good chance you’ll be eligible to apply for the grant.
If you’ve always wanted to travel and teach, but have been intimidated by the potential cost, this could be the opportunity for you!
Am I Eligible for the Overseas Relocation Grant?
In order to qualify for the ORG, you need to have a teaching job in New Zealand already established, as well as a certification to work in Aoeterea. (That’s the Maori name for New Zealand—something you’ll pick up when you start your future teaching job overseas!)
More specifically, the TeachNZ site states that applicants for the Overseas Relocation Grant must be registered and certified by the Education Council of New Zealand, as well as have a full-time, permanent, or fixed-term position for 12 months in a State school.
Can Leading Out Help Me Find Teaching Jobs New Zealand?
You might be thinking, “But how can I get a job so I can apply for this grant and begin living my best life ASAP?”
Forgive us for sounding like an infomercial, but that’s where Leading Out comes in. Finding qualified teachers work overseas is our specialty!
We use our network of connections, and first-hand experience to help you get work, apply for visas, find accommodation, and of course, file that grant application!
You can check out Our Services page for a more in-depth look at how we can help, or contact us if you want to know more about the ORG, teaching in New Zealand, and how we can make it happen!
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