Biology Teacher - Growth-Mindset, Full-Time Maternity Cover

Westlake Girls' High School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Girls High School, a leading secular state girls’ school on Auckland’s North Shore, seeks a Biology teacher for a full-time fixed-term maternity cover in 2027.

The successful candidate will deliver Level 2 and 3 Biology with a growth mindset, develop responsive assessment practices and be an active, collegial team member within a high-performing Science Faculty. Applicants are expected to engage in co-curricular life.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the NZ biology curriculum for Levels 2 and 3.
• Experience translating curriculum into engaging classroom practice.
• Ability to design responsive assessments aligned to learning goals.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology to Level 2 and Level 3 students.
• Develop and adapt assessment practices to support student learning.
• Contribute to the Science Faculty and school co-curricular programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to uphold high teaching standards.

Skills

Biology teaching

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment design

Team collaboration

Education

Secondary Teaching Certification (NZ)

Job description

Westlake Girls High School, a leading secular state girls’ school on Auckland’s North Shore, seeks a Biology teacher for a full-time fixed-term maternity cover in 2027.

The successful candidate will deliver Level 2 and 3 Biology with a growth mindset, develop responsive assessment practices and be an active, collegial team member within a high-performing Science Faculty. Applicants are expected to engage in co-curricular life.