English Teacher

Newington College; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Newington College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English Teacher for a temporary 12-month appointment in 2027. The role focuses on developing students' writing and literature skills within a dynamic English department.

In Years 7–10, a strong Wide Reading Program supports reading across canon, diverse and contemporary literature, with opportunities for embedded and direct writing instruction and ongoing professional learning.

Qualifications

• Have appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications relevant to the position.
• Be a dynamic and effective classroom practitioner.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for a range of learning needs.
• Understand the learning process, assessment and feedback.
• Work effectively as a team member and commit to professional growth.
• Demonstrate strong ICT competencies and pastoral care.

Responsabilités

• Teach English across year groups with a focus on writing and literature.
• Support a strong Wide Reading Program from Years 7 to 10.
• Contribute to a positive classroom environment and ongoing professional learning.
• Engage in the College's co-curricular program and uphold safeguarding policies.

Connaissances

Dynamic classroom practitioner

Differentiation

Team collaboration

Commitment to learning

ICT competencies

Strong work ethic

Pastoral care

Formation

Teaching qualification

Tertiary qualifications relevant to the position

Outils

ICT tools

Description du poste

The College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English Teacher for a temporary 12-month appointment in 2027.

Within the English department, language and literature are seen to be at the heart of a sound liberal education. Great emphasis is placed on developing skills in, and a love for, English. Canonical, diverse, and contemporary literature are explored across the English program, with opportunities for class-based patterns of study. Teachers are expected to teach writing in both embedded and direct ways, and there is a strong and sustained Wide Reading Program in place from Years 7 to 10.

Our students enjoy the rigour of studying English. The College offers Senior students the option of either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC), and our student enrolment in English Extension 1 and 2 has grown significantly in the past three years. Additionally, from 2024, Year 10 students have the option to study IGCSE Literature in English.

At Newington, there is an emphasis on critical and creative thinking, where teachers look to build positive classroom environments that foster a passion for the subject. The English Department is inspired by high-quality and high-impact teaching and learning and engages in ongoing professional learning and growth.

About You

• have appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications relevant to the position


• be a dynamic and effective classroom practitioner


• ability to differentiate instruction and cater for a range of learning abilities and needs


• have a thorough understanding of the learning process, including the role of assessment and feedback


• work effectively as a member of a team


• be personally committed to learning and professional growth


• have a strong work ethic


• possess strong ICT competencies


• show a genuine appreciation and commitment to pastoral care


• participate in the College's co-curricular program


• understand and adhere to the College's Child Safeguarding policies and practices


• contribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington.

About the Role

The College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English Teacher for a temporary 12-month appointment in 2027.

Within the English department, language and literature are seen to be at the heart of a sound liberal education. Great emphasis is placed on developing skills in, and a love for, English. Canonical, diverse, and contemporary literature are explored across the English program, with opportunities for class-based patterns of study. Teachers are expected to teach writing in both embedded and direct ways, and there is a strong and sustained Wide Reading Program in place from Years 7 to 10.

Our students enjoy the rigour of studying English. The College offers Senior students the option of either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC), and our student enrolment in English Extension 1 and 2 has grown significantly in the past three years. Additionally, from 2024, Year 10 students have the option to study IGCSE Literature in English.

At Newington, there is an emphasis on critical and creative thinking, where teachers look to build positive classroom environments that foster a passion for the subject. The English Department is inspired by high-quality and high-impact teaching and learning and engages in ongoing professional learning and growth.

About You

• have appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications relevant to the position


• be a dynamic and effective classroom practitioner


• ability to differentiate instruction and cater for a range of learning abilities and needs


• have a thorough understanding of the learning process, including the role of assessment and feedback


• work effectively as a member of a team


• be personally committed to learning and professional growth


• have a strong work ethic


• possess strong ICT competencies


• show a genuine appreciation and commitment to pastoral care


• participate in the College's co-curricular program


• understand and adhere to the College's Child Safeguarding policies and practices


• contribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington.

It is recommended that you use this information, the information contained on the College website and your own initiative to present a curriculum vitae that reflects you, your career to date and your priorities.

Short-listed applicants may be required to undertake a demonstration lesson as part of the selection process.

The dress standard for staff is smart professional in nature, and smoking is prohibited on the College site.

Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting David Conway, Head of English at *******@newington.nsw.edu.au or (02) 9568 9***.

About Newington College

Newington College is a school bustling with opportunity and rigour. We aim to teach students to think critically, stretch their learning and approach life with curiosity and open-mindedness. That also applies to everyone who works here - from teachers and grounds staff to the finance and admissions teams.

Teaching staff are highly skilled, dedicated to bringing out the best in each student – and each other. They instil a breadth of knowledge in their students and an understanding of how to think and question both inside the classroom and out, as they help prepare them for life in a rapidly changing world. Newington has a community of educators who take their vocation seriously, are dedicated, supportive of each other and respected by their peers and students. We ensure the resources are available to make the most of every opportunity.

Founded in 1863 by the Uniting Church, Newington College is an ELC to Year 12 school in Sydney’s humming inner west and the north shore. From 2026, the College will begin our exciting transition to co‑education, welcoming girls into Kindergarten and Year 5. The College has more than two thousand students across five vibrant campuses and is a member of the GPS Association of NSW. Our mission is to empower students to develop great hearts, inspired minds and strong wings, ready to make a positive contribution to society and the future.

What else sets us apart? We strive to create a culture underpinned by our diverse and inclusive community – students, parents, carers, staff, alumni and our neighbours. The College is supported by a strong sense of integrity, respect, honesty, fairness and responsibility. Collaboration and support are also key, so we ensure all staff have the resources available to make the most of every opportunity.

If our approach appeals to you – and if you think you could help us achieve our goals – we’d like to hear from you.

Further information about the College, its programs and its strategic plans are available on the College website: www.newington.nsw.edu.au

Newington's Commitment to Child Protection

The College is a ‘Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people at the College and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Newington have a right to feel and be safe.

Successful applicants will be subject to employment screening processes with the Office of the Children’s Guardian and will be required to provide a current Working with Children registration number. In addition, teaching staff will be expected to possess a current First Aid qualification.