Science Teacher

Whakatane High School; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Whakātane High School in the Eastern Bay of Plenty invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term science teacher. The role starts on 28 January 2027 and ends on 27 January 2028, during a period of study leave considerations.

The successful candidate will be highly relational, culturally responsive, and focused on improving outcomes for Māori students while participating in the school community and co-curricular life.

Qualifications

• Certified science teacher with NZ registration or equivalent.
• Experience teaching science to secondary students (Years 7-15).
• Ability to contribute to co-curricular life.

Responsibilities

• Teach science to secondary students in a collaborative team.
• Contribute to improving outcomes for Māori students.
• Participate in the school’s co-curricular activities.

Skills

Science teaching

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Study leave)

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

Whakātane High School is a co-educational school with approximately 1,250 students in the beautiful Eastern Bay of Plenty. The school is proud of its history and success and is well respected within the community.

Applications are invited for the full-time, fixed term position of science teacher - please state subject strengths. The position commences 28 January 2027 and ends 27 January 2028.

This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative and caring team. The successful applicant will need to be highly relational, culturally responsive and have experience in developing improved outcomes for Māori students. The teacher will be expected to take part in the co-curricular life of the school.