Teacher of Commerce and Business Studies

Botany Downs Secondary College; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Botany Downs Secondary College in Auckland invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term position as Teacher of Commerce and Business Studies. The role covers secondary levels (Years 7–15) / wharekura, within Social Sciences, commencing Term 1 through Term 3, 2027, to commence 28/01/2027 and conclude 24/09/2027 (maternity leave).

The successful candidate will be inspiring, collaborative, student-centred, and committed to high-quality teaching, cultural responsiveness, and developing informed,

Qualifications

• Certified teacher with NZ registration.
• Experience teaching Commerce and Business Studies at secondary level.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Cultural responsiveness and mentoring of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Commerce and Business Studies within the Social Sciences area.
• Mentor and support young people to achieve their personal best.
• Contribute to curriculum innovation and reflective practice.
• Support whānau-based culture and co-curricular life of the college.

Skills

Collaborative

Student-centred

Cultural responsiveness

Mentoring students

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Teacher of Commerce and Business Studies

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 24/09/2027 (Maternity Leave)

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

Social sciences

Commences Term 1, until end of Term 3, 2027.

Botany Downs Secondary College is a high-performing, multicultural secondary school in East Auckland. As a Microsoft Global Showcase School, we offer innovative learning environments, excellent facilities, and a strong commitment to student success, wellbeing, and future-focused learning.

We seek an inspiring, collaborative, and student-centred Teacher of Commerce and Business Studies who is passionate about bringing the past and present to life for learners. The successful applicant will demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning, cultural responsiveness, and the development of informed, critical, and engaged citizens.

You will be a reflective practitioner with a sound understanding of current educational practice, a willingness to contribute to curriculum innovation, and a genuine desire to mentor and support young people to achieve their personal best.

A commitment to our whānau-based culture, restorative practices, and the co-curricular life of the college is expected. At BDSC, we value professional growth, collaboration, and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-resourced Social Science Learning Area and a supportive learning community where both students and staff are encouraged to thrive.