Science Teacher

Waitaki Girls' High School; Otago; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Waitaki Girls’ High School in North Otago is seeking a fixed-term, full-time science teacher to join our team from the beginning of the 2027 school year. The successful applicant will teach science to students across Years 7–15 / wharekura, engaging learners with a passion for discovery and encouraging curiosity in the sciences.

You will collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the school's wider co-curricular and professional life. Please state the senior science subjects you can teach.

Qualifications

• Fixed-term, full-time role starting 2027
• Certificated teacher preferred
• Experience teaching science across multiple year levels (years 7–15)

Responsibilities

• Teach science to Years 7–15 / wharekura
• Contribute to co-curricular and professional life
• Inspire students and develop interest in science

Skills

Enthusiastic

Collaborative

Passion for science

Engaging teacher

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (increased number of science classes.)

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

We are seeking a fixed-term, full-time science teacher to join our team from the beginning of the 2027 school year.

Waitaki Girls’ High School is a leading Year 9–13 state day and boarding school in North Otago. We are committed to providing high-quality education and ensuring our students are supported, challenged and inspired to achieve their potential.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and positive teacher who has a passion for working with young people, enjoys working collaboratively, and will contribute positively to our high-performing science learning area.

The successful applicant will be an engaging classroom practitioner who can inspire students to achieve and develop their interest and confidence in science. Please state the senior science subjects you can teach.

Applicants should also be willing to play an active part in the wider co-curricular and professional life of the school.