English Teacher

Northholm Grammar School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional learning opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Salary sacrificing options

Job summary

Northholm Grammar School in Arcadia, NSW, is seeking an outstanding English teacher to join our collegial English Department in Term 1, 2027. Experience in Drama and/or Stage 6/Extension English is advantageous.

The successful applicant will report to the Head of English and Principal and contribute to a dynamic, co-educational K-12 environment. The ideal candidate will satisfy NSW teaching standards, demonstrate strong results, and be able to fulfill the pastoral Tutor role within the house

Qualifications

• Must satisfy NESA requirements to teach in NSW schools.
• Proven ability to teach English at Senior level with HSC experience.
• Knowledge of NSW syllabus documents and pedagogy.
• Strong work ethic and organisational skills.
• Record of consistent and excellent results.
• Diverse teaching approaches to cater to varied learning styles.
• Pastoral role expectations within house-based system.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to Senior level/HSC students.
• Deliver Drama or contribute to Drama programs (advantage).
• Incorporate technology to enrich learning.
• Provide pastoral support as Tutor within house system.
• Engage in broader Humanities and School activities.
• Participate in co-curricular activities and contribute to school community.

Skills

English teaching

Senior/HSC English

Pastoral care

Diverse teaching approaches

Technology in teaching

Education

NESA NSW teaching qualifications

Tools

Technology in teaching resources

Job description

Full-time position commencing in Term 1, 2027.

Northholm Grammar is anindependent K-12 co-educational school situated in a beautiful and inspiring semi-rural environment at Arcadia in the north-west of Sydney. The school has a strong commitment to delivering a rigorous academic program based on 'learning through scholarship' combined with a focus on 'pastoral attentiveness' in the character development of our students. Northholm Grammar offers a diverse co-curricular program and opportunities for leadership and service. For further information about the school, please visit our websitewww.northholm.nsw.edu.au.

We are seeking an outstanding and experienced English teacher to join our collegial and dynamic English Department in Term 1, 2027. Experience in teaching Drama and/or Stage 6 and Extension English would be an advantage.

This position reports to the Head of English and ultimately the Principal.

The applicant must:

• satisfy the requirements of NESA to teach in NSW schools.
• have proven ability to teach English at a Senior level with HSC level experience.
• have extensive knowledge of the syllabus documents and underpinning pedagogical principles.
• possess a strong work ethic and organisational skills.
• have a record of consistent and excellent results.
• be an outstanding classroom practitioner.
• demonstrate proficiency in accordance with the National Teaching Standards.
• demonstrate a diverse range of teaching approaches to cater to a range of learning abilities and styles.
• be able to work under pressure.
• fulfil the pastoral role of Tutor within our house-based pastoral system and meeting the social and emotional wellbeing needs of students.

The ideal candidate would:

• be a vibrant and inspiring teacher.
• have experience in HSC marking and delivery of English curriculum.
• having the ability to teach Drama would be an advantage
• be creative in the use of technology and the development of resources including written materials.
• incorporate use of technology into programs to facilitate and enrich student learning and engagement.
• support and implement programs such as Study Skills and Literacy Across the Curriculum.
• take particular care in the preparation of programs and teaching materials and understand the importance of meticulous marking and record keeping.
• participate in the broader Humanities, and wider School community.
• take an active and positive role within the Humanities Department.
• be willing to assist with co-curricular activities.
• have a strong understanding of, and commitment to, the educational needs of boys and girls.
• initiate extracurricular activities to expand student educational experiences and promote a love of English.
• be able to identify the individual needs of students and adjust teaching strategies to provide individualised care.

Why work at Northholm?

• Northholm offers a collegial K-12 environment on its beautiful semi-rural Arcadia campus, where staff can know students well and contribute meaningfully to the life of the School. The School is also investing in the growth of outstanding teachers and leaders through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence, connecting evidence-informed teaching, professional learning, leadership development and educational research.
• Access to professional learning, coaching and leadership development through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence.
• No compulsory weekend sport commitments for teaching staff.
• Access to the School's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to Fitness Passport.
• Salary sacrificing options.

Applicants must satisfy Child Protection Legislation and will be subject to employment screening. All staff are required to actively support the ethos of the School. The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check and current teacher accreditation.