Science Teacher

Tauranga Girls’ College; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tauranga Girls' College is seeking a passionate Science educator to join our well-resourced Science Learning Area. This role requires delivering engaging lessons across multiple year levels with a strong emphasis on senior Science.

The successful candidate will foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment and collaborate with colleagues to strengthen programs and school culture. Current NZ Teaching Council practicing certificate is required, and we welcome both experienced and

Qualifications

• Current NZ Teaching Council practicing certificate.
• Ability to build strong relationships and foster student creativity and problem-solving.
• Open to both experienced and beginning teachers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons.
• Teach across multiple year levels, with a strong emphasis on senior Science; please state specialist science subjects.
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive environment with high standards and expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen programs, innovate, and contribute to wider school culture.

Skills

Science teaching

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Student engagement

Education

Current NZ Teaching Council practicing certificate

Job description

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

Tauranga Girls' College is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and future-focused Science educator to join our well-resourced Science Learning Area. We are a vibrant, inclusive PB4L and Restorative school committed to empowering learners to impact the world positively.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons.
• Teach across multiple year levels, with a strong emphasis on senior Science; please state specialist science subjects.
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive environment with high standards and expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen programs, innovate, and contribute to wider school culture.

Requirements

• Current NZ Teaching Council practicing certificate.
• Ability to build strong relationships and foster student creativity and problem-solving.
• Open to both experienced and beginning teachers.

Key dates and application info

• Interviews: Tuesday 3 November 2026 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm.
• Start date: 28 January 2027.
• Applications must be submitted via the application link, emailed CVs will not be accepted.

Note: Tauranga Girls' College School Board is an NZ Immigration Accredited Employer.