Chinese Language Teacher

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School; Ipswich City; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym and pool

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted school fees for eligible员工

Job summary

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School (including Ipswich Junior Grammar School) is seeking a Chinese Language Teacher for a fixed-term role commencing in Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will deliver an engaging Chinese language program to junior school students, aiming to inspire curiosity about language and culture.

You will report to the Deputy Head of Junior School and collaborate with colleagues and families to support student learning and engagement.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications to teach Chinese language in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and ability to create engaging, differentiated language learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver purposeful, engaging and differentiated Chinese language learning aligned with the Australian Curriculum and School frameworks.
• Develop students’ communication skills and deepen their understanding of Chinese language and culture.
• Use assessment and feedback to monitor progress and support each learner’s growth.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed learning environment where students feel safe and inspired to participate.
• Build trusted partnerships with students, families and colleagues and contribute to the wider life of the School.

Skills

Chinese language teaching

Australian Curriculum knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Education

Qualified to teach Chinese

Job description

• Fixed-term Chinese Language Teacher role for Term 1, 2027


• Inspire curiosity in Chinese language and culture


• Join a warm, collaborative and future-focused Junior School team

ABOUT US

Limitless. One word that captures everything we believe about education, our students and the future we help shape.

At Ipswich Girls' Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School, we have an unwavering commitment to developing young people who know their value, embrace their potential and lead with grit and grace. Our purpose is to provide exceptional education and care that cultivates belief, belonging and bold leadership.

Established in 1892, we are one of Queensland's original Grammar Schools, proudly offering a contemporary, personalised and holistic education from Kindy to Year 12 (co-educational from Kindy to Year 6, and girls-only from Years 7-12). We combine a rich heritage with a future-focused approach, delivering transformative learning experiences that ignite curious minds and courageous hearts.

Our people are central to this mission. We are a warm, authentic and high-performing community united by a shared belief that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive.

This is a place of limitless possibilities. A place where students and staff alike are inspired to grow, lead and make their mark on the world.

THE ROLE

Bring language learning to life at Ipswich Junior Grammar School. We are seeking an enthusiastic Chinese Language Teacher to join our Junior School for Term 1, 2027, while a staff member is on leave. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Junior School, you will create engaging learning experiences that build students’ confidence, curiosity and appreciation of Chinese language and culture.

This fixed-term opportunity will see you deliver an inclusive and contemporary Chinese language program, use evidence and insight to shape your teaching, and work collaboratively with colleagues and families to support student learning and engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver purposeful, engaging and differentiated Chinese language learning aligned with the Australian Curriculum and School frameworks.


• Develop students’ communication skills and deepen their understanding of Chinese language and culture.


• Use assessment and feedback to monitor progress and support each learner’s growth.


• Create a positive, inclusive and well‑managed learning environment where students feel safe, known and inspired to participate.


• Build trusted partnerships with students, families and colleagues and contribute enthusiastically to the wider life of the School.

ABOUT YOU

You are an engaging educator who brings energy, creativity and care to language learning. You connect easily with students and colleagues and are excited by the opportunity to foster confidence, curiosity and cultural understanding. You’ll bring:

• Relevant qualifications and demonstrated capability to teach Chinese language in a school setting.


• Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and the ability to create engaging, responsive and differentiated language learning.


• Contemporary teaching practice, sound judgement and effective classroom management.


• Confidence using digital technologies to enrich learning and strengthen communication.


• Warm, clear and highly effective communication and relationship‑building skills.


• Eligibility for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers and unrestricted working rights in Australia.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive remuneration


• Ongoing Professional Development opportunities


• Discounted school fees for eligible employees


• Eligible to access salary packaging through our provider, Southgate Salary Packaging


• Corporate discounts with Medibank


• Access to our on‑site gym and pool


• Free onsite parking


• Employee Assistance Program

Applications close Monday 5 October 2026. Applications may be considered and progressed prior to the closing date.

Ipswich Girls Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all young people. Prior to appointment all candidates are required to undergo a pre‑employment screening process which will include working with children checks , background referencing, identify confirmation, qualification validation and professional registration checks. All candidates must hold entitlement to work in Australia. Successful candidates are required to adhere to all School policies and procedures relating to student protection, and the School’s approach to meeting the Child Safe Standards and the Reportable conduct Scheme.