Teacher of science and biology

Wellington East Girls' College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Wellington is seeking a passionate science teacher for a full-time permanent role. The ideal candidate will teach senior biology and enrich the curriculum while participating in a collaborative teaching environment. The school emphasizes student engagement and offers strong support for new staff, ensuring a successful induction into their teaching career.

Benefits

Strong induction programme

Support for new staff

Qualifications

• Ability to teach senior biology to Y12 and Y13.
• Experience in delivering lessons for diverse learners.
• Familiarity with NCEA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring lessons in science and biology.
• Enrich the curriculum with personal knowledge and experience.
• Collaborate with a team of subject specialists.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Knowledge of New Zealand Curriculum

Ability to inspire students

Education

Certification as a teacher

Job description

Overview

Wellington East Girls' College Wellington

Role

Teacher of science and biology — Full time, Permanent

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

Responsibilities

We are seeking a passionate science teacher to join our Science Learning Area. The successful candidate will be able to teach senior biology to Y12 and Y13 with knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA. The candidate will deliver inspiring lessons, enrich the curriculum with their knowledge and experience, and be dedicated to fostering success in every student. The Science Learning Area consists of a dynamic team of seven subject specialists who collaborate to ensure consistency and high-quality teaching across all levels. The learning area is well resourced with established systems in place. All students in Wellington East take science in Y9 and Y10. We also offer junior connected courses including robotics, and Te Whare Whakapakari, bringing together the sciences and other learning areas to offer a creative junior curriculum. In Y11 we offer science in the Pacific, as well as general science. Across Y12–13 we offer physics, chemistry, biology and bio health.

Wellington East Girls’ College is a diverse school with an established reputation for student engagement and success in and out of the classroom. The school focuses on learners living our values, following ‘The East Way’ and our ‘Classroom Kawa’ of routines and rituals in the classroom. We work collectively as a staff to support our learners and classroom practice.

About the School

New staff to WEGC are supported through a strong induction programme across their first year at the college. New staff to the profession and those from overseas have additional support with weekly meetings with our specialist classroom teacher.

How to apply

Please apply with a CV, covering letter, application form and the names of 3 referees via email to:

Physical address:
Austin Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington

Postal Address:
Austin Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011