Teacher of biology & science

Opononi Area School; Northland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive learning environment in Northland, New Zealand is seeking a dedicated teacher for biology and general science to engage students across years 9-13. The role involves preparing for NCEA assessments and providing pastoral support to students, with an emphasis on fostering scientific curiosity. Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and hold a current practising certificate.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current practising certificate from the Teaching Council NZ.
• Experience in teaching biology and general science at secondary levels.
• Ability to prepare students for NCEA assessments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging biology and general science teaching across Years 9–13.
• Prepare students for NCEA assessments in biology.
• Act as a whānau / Pastoral Teacher to support students.

Skills

Teaching biology and general science

Encouraging scientific curiosity

Monitoring students' wellbeing

Education

Current practising certificate from the Teaching Council NZ

Job description

Area / composite (Years 1–15), Certificated teacher.

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts.

Responsible to: Syndicate Leader / Deputy Principal

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging biology and general science teaching across Y9–13.
• Prepare students for NCEA assessment in biology.
• Encourage scientific curiosity, critical thinking, and inquiry-based learning.
• Act as a whānau / Pastoral Teacher, monitoring and supporting students’ wellbeing and learning pathways.
• Participate in science-related extracurricular activities and events.

Key tasks

• Teach core science at junior levels and biology at senior levels.
• Develop practical laboratory sessions ensuring safe practice at all times.
• Assess student progress and report accurately to parents and whānau.
• Incorporate current scientific developments into classroom teaching.
• Support students in science fairs, competitions, and field trips.
• Foster strong relationships with whānau and provide pastoral support for a designated group of students.

Other subjects an advantage.

Start term 1, 2026.

We can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in New Zealand and hold a current practising certificate from the Teaching Council NZ.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

We are not providing additional listings in this posting. Please apply with your CV and any enquiries as directed above.