Secondary Teacher - Physics

ACG Sunderland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACG Sunderland seeks an exceptional senior School Physics teacher (up to Year 13) based in Henderson, New Zealand. The successful candidate will bring passion for education, creativity, and extensive experience in teaching physics and related subjects.

Join a vibrant, internationally minded community with state-of-the-art facilities and a Cambridge-influenced educational approach, contributing to a meaningful learning journey for students from Years 7–13.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to design and deliver NZ Curriculum-aligned physics units.
• Ability to assess and track student progress with clear records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons aligned to NZ Curriculum.
• Create a positive, well-organised learning environment and set appropriate homework/extension tasks.
• Design valid assessments and provide timely feedback to students and parents.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Assessment & reporting

EdTech integration

Pastoral care

Team collaboration

Education

NZ teaching certificate

Bachelors in Education/Physics

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

ACG Sunderland is renowned for its outstanding academic standards, vibrant urban learning environment, and commitment to providing a seamless educational journey supported by the globally respected Cambridge curriculum. Located in Henderson, with state‑of‑the‑art specialist facilities and a diverse, internationally minded student community, our school offers an inspiring place for educators and professionals to make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking an exceptional senior School Physics teacher (up to Year 13) with a passion for education, dedication, creativity, and outstanding experience, if that's you,

Key responsibilities

• Curriculum expertise:Proven experience planning and delivering engaging units aligned to the New Zealand Curriculum, with accurate assessment and clear records of progress.
• Effective classroom practice:Ability to create a positive, well‑organised learning environment, set purposeful homework/extension tasks, and use varied strategies to support strong academic progress for all learners.
• Assessment and reporting:Skilled in designing valid assessments, moderating standards, providing timely feedback, and communicating progress to students and parents with professionalism.
• EdTech and contemporary pedagogy:Confident integrating technology and modern teaching approaches (e.g., inquiry, design thinking, workshop‑based learning) to build problem‑solving, independence, and curiosity.
• Pastoral care and behaviour management:Consistent, fair, and calm approach as a tutor and classroom teacher; able to provide additional academic/pastoral support and uphold school expectations.
• Collaboration and contribution:Track record of working as a team player—sharing resources, engaging in appraisal/PLD, supporting school events (for example, Open Days), and contributing positively to the wider school community.