Online Physics Teacher - Aotearoa Infinite Academy

Aotearoa Infinite Academy; Waikato; Remote; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Job summary

Aotearoa Infinite Academy, New Zealand's first tuition-free online high school, is seeking an Online Physics Teacher for Years 9–13. This full-time, permanent role is entirely remote from anywhere in New Zealand, delivering Pre-IGCSE, IGCSE and NCEA Levels 2–3.

You will design engaging physics experiences, build strong relationships with students online, and collaborate with a high-calibre team using educational technology and AI platforms to support wellbeing and achievement.

Qualifications

• NZ Teaching Registration is required.
• Teaching qualification with Physics expertise.
• Strong knowledge of NZ curriculum (NCEA Levels 2-3).
• Excellent communication and comfort with digital platforms.
• IGCSE teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience with online or blended learning.

Responsibilities

• Design personalised learning experiences.
• Build trust-based relationships with students in a virtual environment.
• Collaborate with a high-calibre team of educators.
• Support student progress through differentiated instruction.
• Provide formative and summative assessment aligned to curriculum goals.
• Contribute to curriculum team growth and development.
• Report to parents/caregivers to support learning.

Skills

Online teaching

Communication skills

Digital literacy

AI platforms familiarity

Education

NZ Teaching Registration

Physics teaching qualification

Tools

Educational technology tools

AI platforms

Job description

Online Physics Teacher - Aotearoa Infinite Academy

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Science

Aotearoa Infinite Academy is New Zealand's first tuition-free online high school, pioneering accessible, world-class education for students in Years 9-13 across all of Aotearoa. We combine international (Pearson Edexcel pre-IGCSE and IGCSE) and national (NCEA Levels 2 and 3) curricula with a flexible, virtual learning model that prioritises wellbeing, belonging, and personalised support.

The opportunity

Teach engaging Physics through live virtual classrooms to Years 9-13 students, delivering Pre-IGCSE, IGCSE, and NCEA Levels 2-3 curriculum. Work fully remotely from anywhere in New Zealand while building a supportive, connected learning community.

What you'll do

• Design personalised learning experiences.
• Build trust-based relationships with students in a virtual environment.
• Collaborate with a high-calibre team of innovative educators.
• Support student progress through differentiated instruction.
• Provide meaningful formative assessment, with quality feedback, feed-forward, and summative assessment, aligned to curriculum goals.
• Contribute positively to the functioning and growth of the curriculum team.
• Develop genuine partnerships with, and report to parents and caregivers to support learning.

What we're looking for

• NZ Teaching Registration.
• Teaching qualification and subject (Physics) expertise.
• Strong knowledge of NCEA curriculum (Levels 2-3).
• Excellent communication skills and comfort with digital technology.
• IGCSE teaching experience.
• Online or blended learning experience.
• Familiarity with educational technology and AI platforms.

What we offer

• Opportunity to be part of a pioneering educational initiative in Aotearoa.
• Flexible, fully remote working arrangement from anywhere in New Zealand.
• Supportive, high-calibre team of educators and leaders.
• Chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students across the country.
• Collaborative, innovative school culture focused on wellbeing and excellence.

Our commitment

At Aotearoa Infinite Academy, we believe every student deserves access to exceptional learning opportunities, regardless of their circumstances or location. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where all learners can thrive. We welcome applications from candidates who share our vision and values.

Type: Secondary (Year 9-15)
Authority: Charter School
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 0
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Physical address:
18 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland Central, Auckland