Science Teacher – 1-year Fixed Term, Part-Time. at Rangi Ruru Girls' School

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Science Education, Collaboration, Differentiated Learning, Literacy Practices, Technology Integration, Organizational Skills, Professional Relationships, Curriculum Design, Assessment, Pastoral Care, Mentoring, Teamwork, Empathy, Professional Development, NZ Curriculum Knowledge

Industry

Description

Are you passionate about young people having an excellent Science education? Would you relish the opportunity to teach in an innovative and collaborative environment, with motivated students? Rangi Ruru is an independent day and boarding school for girls, delivering outstanding educational achievements for more than 130 years. We are proud of our reputation based on the success of our learning, sporting and cultural programmes. We require an inspiring and collaborative teacher to teach Science; this will be a range of junior and senior Science classes. The ideal candidate would join a high-performing, well-resourced and supportive faculty. This is great opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, well-resourced kura with aspirational learners. We are a school committed to safeguarding student welfare and safety, where all learners feel a strong sense of belonging, develop a strong sense of self and are supported to be their best. This is a fixed term teaching position with a loading of 0.6/0.8, which will commence at the beginning of Term 1, 2026. You will be: Committed to honouring Te Tiriti and embedding Mātauranga Māori into your Science learning environment A teacher who has high expectations of teaching and learning Experienced in the delivery of Science learning Practiced at establishing and maintaining professional relationships that focus on learning and the well-being of ākonga Committed to embedding literacy practices into learning opportunities to aid learning in Science. Adept at designing and executing differentiated learning in the Science curriculum Confident using technologies to enhance learning experiences A teacher with strong organisational skills Aligned with our values of Respect, Aroha, Endeavour and Enthusiasm, Generosity and Integrity Successful applicants will be remunerated according to the appropriate salary step. Position Description – Science Teacher Our Mission: To inspire, challenge and empower our young people within a community that knows and cares about them. To provide diverse, personalised learning opportunities that enable our young people to be themselves, be their best, be the change and to feel a strong sense of belonging to our community. Position: Teacher of Science – Part-Time, Time, Fixed Term for 2026. Responsible to: Head of Learning Area, Head of Subject Key Tasks To provide learning opportunities that equip students to be curious, confident, resilient, collaborative, innovative and empathetic. To teach Science – Years 7-11 To use effective teaching and learning strategies that focus on knowing and engaging learners. To contribute to the development and sharing of quality teaching and learning strategies and programmes of learning. To facilitate learning in an inclusive and positive environment that responds to the needs and passions of all learners. To be responsible for the progression in learning and assessment of learning. To attend relevant meetings and engage in professional learning opportunities. To participate positively with the Rangi Ruru Professional Growth Cycle withing our Professional Learning Community. To model and uphold the Professional Teaching Standards and Code of Conduct. If appropriate, to engage positively in the Induction and Mentoring programme for Provisionally Registered Teachers. To effectively report on student achievement and progress to parents/caregivers. To contribute to the pastoral care and mentoring of students by being a Form Tutor. To contribute to the co-curricular life of the school. Person Specification Be energetic and enthusiastic. Be able to relate easily with students and colleagues and develop strong learning relationships. Have the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a strong team. Be solution focused. Have knowledge of current educational thinking and developments. Have a thorough understanding of the NZ Curriculum, NCEA and Scholarship. A competent user of ICT tools and strategies to enhance learning. Value professional learning opportunities and be committed to continued development; by engaging in ongoing reflection framed by the Professional Growth Cycle. Effective personal management skills. Empathy with and adherence to the Rangi Ruru values (Respect, Aroha, eNthusiasm, eNdeavour, Integrity)

Responsibilities

The Science Teacher will provide learning opportunities that equip students to be curious, confident, resilient, and collaborative. They will teach Science for Years 7-11 and contribute to the development of quality teaching strategies and programs.