Chemistry Teacher

Saint Kentigern College; Howick; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World class facilities

Competitive remuneration

Subsidised healthcare

Additional week’s holiday mid-year

Student fees discount

Access to gym

Free on-site car parking

Saint Kentigern allowance

4% KiwiSaver Employer contribution

Staff wellbeing programme

Job summary

Saint Kentigern in Auckland is seeking an experienced educator to lead learning areas and uphold its values-based education. You will drive curriculum strategy, review units of work, and analyze data to support school-wide goals.

The role requires strong communication and collaborative teamwork with faculty to promote academic progress. Join a school offering world-class facilities, competitive remuneration, and a supportive, co-curricular environment.

Qualifications

• Provide professional leadership within the learning areas.
• Ensure the maintenance of high standard teaching and learning.
• Assist with curriculum strategy, annually reviewing units of work and programmes and analysing relevant data.
• Collaborate with other curriculum leaders and teachers to support the faculties and achievement of school wide strategic goals.
• Promote and grow the subject and enhancing academic progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership within the learning areas.
• Ensure the maintenance of high standard teaching and learning.
• Assist with curriculum strategy, annually reviewing units of work and programmes and analysing relevant data.
• Collaborate with other curriculum leaders and teachers to support the faculties and achievement of school wide strategic goals.
• Promote and grow the subject and enhancing academic progress.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Data-driven decision making

Strong communication skills

Relationship management

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching degree or equivalent education

Registered NZ teacher with valid practicing certificate

Job description

• Status: Full Time Permanent
• Closing Date: 12 November 2026

About Saint Kentigern

Saint Kentigern is a leader among independent schools in Australasia, providing a high-quality, Presbyterian education for students from 3 to 18 years old across two Auckland campuses. Offering world class values-based, holistic learning; we are focused on academic excellence, extensive co-curriculum, student well-being and service to others. In addition to this, Saint Kentigern provides a close-knit community of dedicated staff, inspired students and supportive parents.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership within the learning areas
• Ensure the maintenance of high standard teaching and learning
• Assist with curriculum strategy, annually reviewing units of work and programmes and analysing relevant data
• Collaborate with other curriculum leaders and teachers to support the faculties and achievement of school wide strategic goals
• Promote and grow the subject and enhancing academic progress.

Key skills and experiences

• Registered NZ teacher with valid practicing certificate
• Teaching degree or equivalent education and/or experience
• Detailed knowledge, understanding and experience of current teaching methodologies and assessment practices
• Ability to relate effectively to young people, colleagues and other stakeholders with strong relationship management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive and collaborative team member, showing enthusiasm and commitment to promoting their faculties and respect to staff
• Willingness to uphold the special character and culture of Saint Kentigern and commitment to the co-curricular programme of the college
• Strong understanding of health and safety and committed to upholding and role modelling best practice.

Please note, to be considered you must meet the above criteria and be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

What we offer

• World class facilities, learning aids and equipment
• Competitive remuneration, above State base salary
• Subsidised Southern Cross healthcare
• Additional week’s holiday mid-year
• Student fees discount
• Access to gym
• Free on-site car parking
• Saint Kentigern allowance
• 4% KiwiSaver Employer contribution
• Staff wellbeing programme