Science Teacher

Whangarei Boys' High School; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 63,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Whangārei Boys’ High School in Whangārei (Northland) seeks a passionate science teacher for the 2027 school year. This full-time, fixed-term role teaches across a range of year levels (Years 7–15 / wharekura) and fosters a positive, inclusive school culture.

The successful applicant will engage students with effective teaching practice, build strong relationships with students and staff, and bring creativity, energy and teamwork to the department. Suitable for beginning teachers.

Qualifications

• Suitable for beginning teachers.
• Commitment to raising achievement for boys across year levels.
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with students and colleagues.
• Culturally responsive and relational teaching approaches are essential.
• Teaching across a range of year levels and science.

Responsibilities

• Teach science across multiple year levels.
• Engage students through effective teaching practice.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and school culture.

Skills

Restorative practices

Team player

Creativity

Flexible

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

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

Suitable for beginning teachers

Whangārei Boys’ High School is seeking a passionate and dynamic science teacher to join our dedicated team.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for the 2027 school year, teaching across a range of year levels. The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic practitioner who engages students through effective teaching practice, and contributes positively to our school culture.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is committed to raising achievement for boys across all year levels.
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with students and colleagues.
• Brings creativity, flexibility, and energy to their teaching.
• Is a team player with a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

A strong commitment to restorative practices and culturally responsive and relational teaching approaches is essential.

Annual remuneration is dependent on qualifications and experience and will range from $62,862 to $105,686 in accordance with the Secondary Teachers' Collective Agreement (STCA). Individuals’ actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.

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