Teacher of Science

St Paul's Collegiate (Hamilton); Waikato; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

St Paul’s Allowance $5,320

Annual bonus for co-curricular

Job summary

St Paul’s Collegiate School is seeking a fixed-term Secondary Science teacher (Years 7–15 / wharekura) for 2027, starting 20 January 2027 and ending 3 December 2027 due to maternity leave. The successful applicant will deliver Biology up to NCEA Level 3, align with the NZ Curriculum, integrate maatauranga Maaori, and contribute to co-curricular programmes.

St Paul’s Collegiate offers a supportive department and a competitive remuneration package, including the St Paul’s Allowance and annual

Qualifications

• Deliver the New Zealand Science Curriculum with confidence.
• Experience delivering Biology up to NCEA Level 3.
• Willingness to integrate maatauranga Maaori into learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Secondary Science to Years 7–15 (including wharekura).
• Teach Biology up to NCEA Level 3 and align with NZ Curriculum.
• Contribute to co-curricular programmes and school community.

Skills

Biology teaching

NZ Curriculum knowledge

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 20/01/2027, End Date: 03/12/2027 (Maternity Leave)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Science
St Paul’s Allowance of $5,320 per annum plus an annual bonus round for involvement in our co-curricular programme and academic scholarship.

St Paul’s Collegiate School is one of New Zealand’s premier independent day and boarding schools. With a growing roll of 980 students, we provide a learning environment that fosters academic excellence, character development, and meaningful contributions beyond our school gates.

This is an exciting time to join our school. At the start of this year, we welcomed our first cohort of junior girls (Year 9). With one of our permanent teachers going on Maternity leave in early 2027, we are looking for a fixed-term teacher to join our well-established and supportive Science Department for the 2027 academic year.

We're looking for an applicant who is confident in delivering the New Zealand Science Curriculum, with particular experience in teaching Biology (ideally up to NCEA level 3). A willingness to integrate technology into teaching and a commitment to incorporating maatauranga Maaori into the learning environment are essential.

St Paul’s is well-resourced, with small class sizes and highly motivated, self-disciplined students. Staff enjoy a range of benefits, including daily cooked lunches, generous leave provisions, and a supportive, collegial environment. A competitive remuneration package is on offer, comprising the teacher salary scale plus a St Paul’s Allowance of $5,320 per annum. An annual bonus round also rewards staff involvement in our co-curricular programme and academic scholarship.

At St Paul’s, our vision is Cultivating Educated Contributors, and our mission is Inspiring Minds, Building Character, Shaping Futures. Alongside academic excellence, we are committed to being New Zealand’s premier boarding school, offering outstanding facilities, expert pastoral care, and diverse engagement opportunities for students. We are looking for staff who will embrace our vision and mission, and work with us to achieve our strategic goals.

This fixed term, full-time role will commence in Term 1, 2027 - Term 4, 2027.