Design and Technology Teacher

Canberra Grammar School; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development funding

Onsite health clinic

Barista coffee onsite

Morning tea & discounted lunches

Job summary

Canberra Grammar School is seeking an engaging and innovative Design and Technology Teacher to join our Senior School for a one-term parental leave position commencing in Term 1, 2027. This role offers the opportunity to bring technology and creative problem-solving to life, teaching across Digital Technologies, CAD, robotics and coding, with support from a knowledgeable and collaborative team.

You will contribute to pastoral care and co-curricular life, with some out-of-hours commitments across

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in Design and Technology and related areas.
• Ability to teach Digital Technologies, CAD, robotics and coding.
• Experience integrating technology with problem solving to create practical solutions.
• Commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing.
• Proven ability to assess, give feedback and track learning progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design and Technology across senior years including Digital Technologies, CAD, robotics and coding.
• Incorporate problem solving and practical applications to bring concepts to life.
• Contribute to pastoral care and co-curricular activities within the School.
• Engage with families and the school community to support student learning.
• Participate in after-hours duties as required by the School calendar.

Skills

Design & Tech

Digital Technologies

CAD

Robotics

Coding

Job description

• Inspire students to design, create, code and innovate
• Join a collaborative and forward-thinking Technologiesteam
• One-term parental leave position commencing Term 1,2027

About the Role

Canberra Grammar School is seeking an engaging and innovativeDesign and Technology Teacher to join our Senior School for aone-term parental leave position commencing in Term 1, 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring technology and creativeproblem-solving to life. You will encourage students to exploreideas, experiment with emerging technologies and develop theconfidence to turn concepts into practical solutions.

The successful candidate will ideally be able to teach acrossareas including Digital Technologies, Applied InformationTechnology, computer-aided design, robotics and coding. Whether youare an experienced educator or an emerging teacher with strongpotential, you will be supported by a knowledgeable andcollaborative team committed to excellent teaching andlearning.

Teaching at CGS extends beyond the classroom. Our teachers knowtheir students as individuals, contribute to pastoral care throughthe Student House system and participate in the broaderco-curricular and community life of the School. The positiontherefore includes teaching, pastoral and co-curricularresponsibilities, with some out-of-hours commitments across theSchool calendar.

About You

You are a creative, curious and collaborative educator whoenjoys helping students understand how technology can be used tosolve problems, express ideas and shape the future.

You combine strong subject knowledge with the ability to makelearning practical, relevant and memorable. You establish highexpectations while creating an inclusive classroom where studentsfeel confident to experiment, learn from setbacks and challengethemselves.

You will demonstrate:

• subject expertise appropriate to teaching Design andTechnology across the secondary years;
• the ability to teach Digital Technologies and AppliedInformation Technology, including areas such as:
  • computer-aided design;
  • robotics;
  • coding; and
  • digital technologies.
• knowledge of coding and, ideally, experience teachingit;
• the capacity to engage students across a broad range ofages, abilities and learning needs;
• effective use of assessment, feedback and data to advancestudent learning;
• a genuine commitment to pastoral care, co-curricularparticipation and the broader life of the School;
• excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
• strong technological literacy.

Experience in any of the following would be highly regarded:

• teaching within the IB Middle Years Programme, IB DiplomaProgramme or NSW HSC;
• contributing to technology-based enrichment, competitionsor extension programmes;
• supporting co-curricular, outdoor education or serviceactivities; or
• postgraduate study or scholarship in a relevant disciplineor in education.

Personal Attributes

You will bring:

• genuine enthusiasm for design, technology andinnovation;
• the ability to inspire curiosity and creative thinking instudents;
• dedication to the wellbeing, development and growth ofevery young person;
• a commitment to inclusive excellence and the belief thatevery student can progress;
• high professional standards and sound judgement; and
• a collaborative, reflective and adaptable approach.

All teachers at CGS are required to hold:

• a relevant tertiary degree and recognised teachingqualification;
• current ACT teacher registration through the ACT TeacherQuality Institute;
• a valid ACT Working with Vulnerable Peopleregistration;
• HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation andHLTAID011 – Provide First Aid, or a willingness to obtainthem;
• a current National Police Check; and
• full working rights in Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additionalbenefits, including:

• A highly competitive salary
• Staff awards program and generous professional developmentfunding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenzavaccinations
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program

Working at CGS

At Canberra Grammar School, teachers are trusted asprofessionals, supported to grow and encouraged to bring ambitionand fresh thinking to their practice.

You will join a diverse and forward-thinking educationalcommunity where academic excellence and student wellbeing areequally valued. You will have the opportunity to work acrossrespected Australian and international curriculum pathways,collaborate with passionate colleagues and contribute well beyondthe classroom.

Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergochild safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance withour Child Safe policies.