ENGLISH TEACHER

Presbyterian Ladies College, Sydney & Armidale; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Presbyterian Ladies College, Sydney & Armidale is seeking a dedicated English Teacher for a permanent, part-time position (0.8 FTE) commencing Term 1, 2027. The role requires a strong classroom presence and a commitment to both academic and personal growth of students.

You will engage students across multiple year levels, fostering critical thinking and creative expression within a supportive department.

Qualifications

• Formal teaching qualifications and current NESA status are required.
• Strong track record of high academic results in English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster critical thinking and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across various year levels.
• Deliver Stage 6 English Advanced and Extension 1 where applicable.
• Collaborate with the English department to foster engaging learning.

Skills

Literacy instruction

English pedagogy

Critical thinking

Education

Qualified English teacher

NESA status

Tools

NSW English syllabus

Job description

1d ago , from Presbyterian Ladies College, Sydney & Armidale

• Highly regarded independent girls' school - Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12
• Excellent opportunity in a dynamicenvironment
• Extremely well-resourced departments

About PLC Sydney:

Located in Croydon, NSW, Presbyterian Ladies' College Sydney is a Pre-K to Year 12 day and boarding school for girls, grounded in Christian values and widely recognised for its innovation, academic excellence, and commitment to care and inclusion.

With a proud heritage dating back to 1888, PLC Sydney is a school that honours tradition while embracing innovation, offering both the HSC and Cambridge A - levels. Named among the Top 100 Innovative Schools globally by Cambridge University, the College is deeply committed to helping young women discover their gifts, find their place, and lead with integrity. Its vibrant campus culture fosters deep connection, lifelong learning, and a sense of purpose that is nurtured across generations.

Applications

PLC Sydney is seeking a dedicated English Teacher to join our team on a permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE) basis commencing Term 1, 2027.

We are looking for an educator with a strong classroom presence and a deep commitment to the academic and personal growth of our students. Working with enthusiastic and motivated students, you will have the ability to engage students across a range of year levels, fostering their critical thinking and creative expression within a supportive, collegial environment.

Key Responsibilities & Capabilities:

• Deep understanding of literacy texts in all forms, alongside a careful understanding of how to teach writing as a creative and academic process.
• Excellent understanding and knowledge of the NSW English syllabus across various year levels.
• Demonstrated ability or experience teaching Stage 6 English Advanced and Extension 1 at the highest level.
• Ability to foster an engaging, inclusive learning environment that encourages young women to excel in English.
• A collaborative mindset to work alongside an established, enthusiastic, and supportive English department.
• A passion for literature and the way English provides insight into the world.

Selection Criteria:

• Formal teaching qualifications and current NESA status.
• Proven track record of strong academic results, excellent subject knowledge, and innovative pedagogical practices in English.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to foster critical thinking and creative expression in the classroom.

You will need to provide a Working With Children Check Clearance Number and date of birth.

You will be required to support the College's Christian ethos.