Teacher of Biology

Westlake Girls' High School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Girls High School, a leading secular state girls’ school on Auckland’s North Shore, seeks a Biology teacher for a full-time fixed-term maternity cover in 2027.

The successful candidate will deliver Level 2 and 3 Biology with a growth mindset, develop responsive assessment practices and be an active, collegial team member within a high-performing Science Faculty. Applicants are expected to engage in co-curricular life.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the NZ biology curriculum for Levels 2 and 3.
• Experience translating curriculum into engaging classroom practice.
• Ability to design responsive assessments aligned to learning goals.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology to Level 2 and Level 3 students.
• Develop and adapt assessment practices to support student learning.
• Contribute to the Science Faculty and school co-curricular programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to uphold high teaching standards.

Skills

Biology teaching

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment design

Team collaboration

Education

Secondary Teaching Certification (NZ)

Job description

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About the role

Westlake Girls High School is a leading secular state girls’ school in New Zealand with more than 2,000 students, situated on Auckland’s North Shore and enjoys a reputation for excellence in academic studies, cultural & sporting activities as well as engagement with the local community. There is an ongoing programme of investment in teaching and facilities across the school which has an impressive history and an exciting future.

We are looking for a teacher of Biology to join our Science Faculty.

This is a full-time, fixed term, maternity cover position for the 2027 school year.

The successful applicant will have a rich understanding of the curriculum, with experience teaching both Level 2 and 3 Biology. They will havea growth mindset, the ability to develop and create responsive assessment practices for students and be a collegial and responsive team player.

The Science Faculty is a high performing team with a culture of continual self-improvement and the highest standard of pedagogy and student learning.

Applicants are expected to participate in the extensive co-curricular life of the school.

Contract and remuneration will be in accordance with the Secondary Teachers’ CA.

Position Full-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)

Reason for fixed-term position Maternity Leave Cover

Learning areas English, Hangarau, Hauora, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Ngā Toi, Pāngarau, Reo Matatini, Science, Social sciences, Taiao, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts, Tikanga-ā-iwi