Social Science Teacher

Tauranga Girls' College is a vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to empowering our learners to have a positive impact on the world. We are a place of discovery, and we are looking for a creative, adaptable, and enthusiastic Social Science teacher to join our dynamic team.

We require an innovative and passionate teacher of Social Science with the ability to teach junior and senior classes. We are looking for someone with strength in Psychology and or Sociology. Please state any other specialist social science subject(s).

You will have a growth mindset and be committed to delivering flexible, learner-centred, future-focused learning. The ideal candidate will be adept at catering for diversity and will support the school’s strategic goals, as well as the wider changes in the New Zealand Curriculum and the new education qualification system.

The ability to work in a way that is reflective, supportive, and collaborative with a strong commitment to enabling the success of all students including a focus on Māori and Pasifika achievement.

We are a PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning) and a restorative school. We value extra-curricular opportunities and look forward to your contribution in this area.

This position is permanent, full-time, commencing 28 January 2026. This role is suitable for both experienced and beginning teachers. Please state your senior Social Science teaching strengths in your application.

The successful applicant will hold a current practicing certificate issued by the New Zealand Teaching Council.

Tauranga Girls' College School Board holds NZ Immigration employer accreditation.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 4 December at 5pm. Emailed applications and CVs will not be accepted.

Questions can be emailed to applications@tgc.school.nz