Science Teacher - Chemistry

Orewa College; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orewa College is seeking an enthusiastic chemistry teacher to join our collaborative science department from Term 1, 2027. You will deliver an engaging, hands-on science programme across Years 9–13, with senior Chemistry at Levels 2–3 and scholarship supports available.

Our campus emphasizes strong professional growth and a te reo Māori programme integrated into daily teaching. We value dedicated teachers who foster ākonga development, contribute to co-curricular life, and collaborate to

Qualifications

• Qualified science teacher with chemistry specialization.
• Ability to teach Years 9–11 and senior chemistry (Levels 2-3).
• Interest in te reo Māori programme and school-wide pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach chemistry and science across Years 9–13.
• Support scholarship chemistry students.
• Collaborate with department and participate in instructional coaching.
• Contribute to school co-curricular programmes.

Skills

Chemistry teaching

Collaborative

Hands-on science

Curriculum development

Education

Teaching certificate

Job description

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

Ōrewa College is a high-performing Year 7–13 school nestled on the Hibiscus Coast.

We are part of a vibrant community and offer an outstanding educational programme, enriched by a range of co-curricular opportunities.

We are seeking an enthusiastic chemistry teacher to join our collaborative department from Term 1 2027. The successful applicant will have high expectations for ākonga and be keen to help shape the development of the department.

You will teach an engaging, hands-on science programme across Years 9–13, where investigation, discovery and making sense of the world are at the heart of learning. With excellent facilities, we aim to make science active, challenging and enjoyable for all ākonga.

At senior level, you will teach chemistry at levels 2 and 3, with opportunities to support students working towards scholarship chemistry. The ability to teach science at Years 9-11 is also required. Please state any additional areas of specialism.

At Ōrewa College, we have a strong focus on professional growth, including a developing school-wide approach to instructional coaching, where teachers work alongside colleagues to strengthen practice and improve outcomes for ākonga.

Our full-immersion te reo Māori programme, Te Whānau Taipari, continues to grow. We are committed to ensuring this kaupapa holds an important and visible place within the college, and expect all staff to positively advocate for its ongoing development.

We value staff who want to be part of the wider life of the college and who recognise the important role that sport, arts, culture, leadership and other co-curricular opportunities play in building a strong school community.

Commitment to our school values, Manaaki Ōrewa, and our teaching and learning philosophy, Ako Ōrewa, is expected.

Type: Secondary (Year 7-15)
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 2291
Website: www.orewacollege.nz/

Physical address:
76 Riverside Road, Orewa