Chemistry Teacher

Saint Kentigern is a leader among independent schools in Australasia, providing a high-quality, Presbyterian education for students from 3 to 18 years old across 2 Auckland campuses.  

An opening has arisen for an enthusiastic and passionate Chemistry teacher to join our team in Term 1 2027.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership within the learning areas.
• Ensure the maintenance of high standard teaching and learning.
• Assist with curriculum strategy, annually reviewing units of work and programmes and analysing relevant data.
• Collaborate with other curriculum leaders and teachers to support the faculties and achievement of school wide strategic goals.
• Promote and grow the subject and enhancing academic progress.

Key skills and experiences

• Registered NZ teacher with valid practicing certificate.
• Teaching degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Detailed knowledge, understanding and experience of current teaching methodologies and assessment practices.
• Ability to relate effectively to young people, colleagues and other stakeholders with strong relationship management skills.
• Positive and collaborative team member, showing commitment to promoting their faculties and respect to staff.
• Willingness to uphold the special character and culture of Saint Kentigern and commitment to the co-curricular programme of the college.
• Strong understanding of health and safety and committed to upholding and role modelling best practice.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration, above State base salary.
• Subsidised Southern Cross healthcare.
• Additional week’s holiday mid-year.
• Student fees discount.
• Access to gym.
• Saint Kentigern allowance.
• 4% KiwiSaver Employer contribution.
• Staff wellbeing programme.

Applications are to be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and include covering letter and current CV. Please do not email your application.

Note, to be considered you must meet the above criteria and be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

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