Cambridge High School Waikato

Teacher of Physics and Science

Cambridge High School (CHS) is a co-educational school, established in 1883, with a roll of approximately 1,800 students.  Cambridge is in the heart of the Waikato region and has recently become a focus for elite sport with cycling, triathlon,kayaking and rowing establishing their New Zealand bases here.  Cambridge High School serves the interests of the community incredibly well, meeting the varied academic, trades, cultural and sporting needs of our students.  Places at CHS are highly sought after with families choosing to move into town to gain access to the school. 

An opportunity exists to join our science faculty as teacher of science with a specialty in physics. Our faculty is student-focused, collegial and supportive. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, future-focused and open to the opportunities provided with blended e-learning and the coming curriculum changes. The role is perfect for a teacher who is looking to effect positive change for teachers and learners in physics. An understanding of NCEA assessment is advantageous. 

This is a full-time fixed term position starting on 20 July to cover a long-term maternity leave vacancy of 18 months.

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement.  The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $61,329 to $103,086, depending on applicant’s qualifications and experience.  Individuals’ actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.