English Teacher (Senior School)/HSIE Teacher (Grade 7-10)

Pacific Online; Port Stephens Council; Remote; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Christian online educational institution in Port Stephens is seeking a dedicated Secondary English/HSIE Teacher for a full-time permanent position starting Term 1, 2026. Candidates must have experience with the HSC curriculum and a commitment to fostering a supportive Christian community. This role emphasizes engaging students and integrates technology into teaching practices.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Supportive Christian community

Global mission opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to engage and challenge students effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to pastoral care.
• Organizational skills and familiarity with contemporary pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach Senior English and HSIE for Grades 7 to 10.
• Support student learning and engage in daily devotions.
• Integrate technology into learning experiences.

Skills

Enthusiastic teaching

Subject knowledge of Senior English

Teaching HSIE (Grade 7-10)

Interpersonal skills

Integrating technology

Education

Bachelor of Education

Job description

English Teacher (Senior School)/HSIE Teacher (Grade 7-10)

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary English/HSIE (Grade 7 -10) Teacher to complement our growing Pacific Online Christian School.

This is a full time permanent position, commencing Term 1, 2026.

The Pacific Group of Christian Schools Limited runs nine independent Christian Schools with membership with the AIS NSW. The central administration operates from Dural, NSW out of the Pacific Hills Christian School. Our total enrolment across the Pacific Group is approximately 2500 students and we administer mainstream K-12, Special Needs Schools, and one Special Assistance Aboriginal School based in Tweed Heads NSW. All the Schools in the Pacific Group emphasise excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being ‘to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour'. A distinctive of our Schools is our commitment to Christian service.

Pacific Hills Christian School is a co-educational Prep to Year 12 Christian school with 1500 students, located in Dural, in the Hills District of Sydney.The School is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW.The School emphasises excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being 'to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour'.A distinctive of Pacific Hills is our commitment to Christian service.

Pacific Coast Christian School is a dynamic Prep to Year 12 co-educational Christian learning community committed to developing and nurturing our students. It is a well-established school located in Tweed Heads on the far north coast of NSW and is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW.The School emphasises excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being 'to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour'.A distinctive of Pacific Coast is our commitment to Christian service.

Pacific Gulgangali Jarjums Christian Schoolis a boutique co-educational Christian school established by the local Bundjalung elders and Tweed Action Group in partnership with a community which has over four decades of experience in education, the Pacific Group of Christian Schools. The total student population will be no more than 60 when the school has reached its capacity.The vision of the School is to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour.Pacific Gulgangali Jarjums Christian School is an exciting place where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children can learn about their culture and receive a quality curriculum-based education.The School is located in Tweed Heads on the far north coast of NSW, sharing the grounds with Pacific Coast Christian School and Pacific Hope Christian School.

Pacific Valley Christian Schoolis a dynamic Prep to Year 12 co-educational Christian learning community committed to developing and nurturing our students. It is a well-established school located near Yamba (in Townsend) on the far north coast of NSW and is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW.The School emphasises excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being ‘to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour’. A distinctive of Pacific Valley is our commitment to Christian service.

Pacific Berowra Christian School is a member of the Pacific Group of Christian Schools. This co-educational Christian school rests on a sunny plateau above the Hawkesbury River 40 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD, and just ten kilometres north of Hornsby. Berowra is a close-knit, family-oriented community, and is surrounded by natural bush land, national parks and the Hawkesbury River Valley. The School is a member of the Pacific Group of Christian Schools. The blend of natural surroundings forms the backdrop to the School that is located on the corner of King Street and Berowra Waters Road, Berowra. Our school is a fast-growing Kindergarten to Year 6 learning community, committed to developing and nurturing its students.

New Hope Christian Schoolis a special school providing Christian Education for students with a mild to moderate level of intellectual delay or Autism in Kindergarten to Year 12.This co-educational Christian learning community is committed to developing and nurturing its students.New Hope Christian School is located within the grounds of Pacific Hills Christian School and is a part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW.Each student is unique, and we aim to develop the full potential in each individual by providing a mixture of individualised and small group instruction and support. NewHope Christian School has a clear vision to honour Christ in all its programs and practices. Each staff member is a committed Christian and holds strongly to the belief that we are all created and loved by God.

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Valley Hope Christian School is a special school providing Christian Education for students with a mild to moderate level of intellectual delay or Autism in Year 1 to Year 12. This co-educational Christian learning community is committed to developing and nurturing its students. Valley Hope Christian School is located near Yamba (in Townsend) on the far north coast of NSW and is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW. Valley Hope Christian School is located on the same site as Pacific Valley Christian School and has its own Principal but shares facilities. Each student is unique, and we aim to develop the full potential in each individual by providing a mixture of individualised and small group instruction and support. Valley Hope Christian School has a clear vision to honour Christ in all its programs and practices. Each staff member is a committed Christian and holds strongly to the belief that we are all created and loved by God.

Pacific Brook Christian Schoolis a co-educational Christian school located in Muswellbrook in the beautiful Upper Hunter Region of NSW, only 60 minutes from Maitland and 90 minutes from Newcastle. The school is part of the Pacific Hills Christian Education Ltd Group of Schools. Pacific Brook Christian School is a fast-growing Kindergarten to Year 10 learning community, committed to developing and nurturing its students. Each staff member is a committed Christian and holds strongly to the belief that we are all created and loved by God.

Pacific Online Christian Schoolis the distance education campus of Pacific Coast Christian School. We are a unique, pioneering learning community, seeking to work with young people to recognise their learning goals flexibly and innovatively. We understand that relationship is important for learning, and our expert teaching team uses various 'live' and 'on-demand' learning experiences to establish connections with the learner community. We have a wide range of curriculum offerings from all key learning areas and seek to provide a variety of learning experiences where students can discover their God-given giftings. Students participate in first-hand activities where they can touch and feel learning artifacts as well as get curious about the world through questioning in a live dialogue with their teacher and peers. Students come to us from a range of prior learning environments. We are a welcoming Christian community where we pursue the character of Christ in all endeavours. Pacific Online Christian School is focused on effective teaching, learning, and serving excellence where students are equipped for acts of service so they can make a difference in the world.

OneMaker Academy is an initiative of Pacific Hills Christian School, launched in 2013 for the performing arts. The direction and coordination of many music and dance programs available to Pacific Hills students is set by OMA. It is seen to complement our students experience of the music, dance and drama curriculum and enhance their journey within the performing arts.The OMA office is located on the lower level of the Performing Arts Centre, where most Music and Dance programs take place. OMA is a forward-thinking academy available to the community as well. People of all ages and levels from the community are able to access all of our services, including Music tuition and Dance classes. With the impressive facilities and team of industry professionals, students from Pacific Hills and the community will be inspired to dream bigger, achieve excellence and be nurtured to use their creative gifts to MAKE DREAMS RISE!

The Southland College Trainee Teacher Program (TTP) is designed to grow visionary Christian educators who authentically live out their faith while shaping the next generation of leaders and influencers for the Kingdom of God. It equips teachers to embrace their calling, ignites a passion for lifelong learning and innovation, and prepares them to excel both professionally and within their unique educational contexts. The TTP partners with Christian Heritage College and other approved tertiary institutions, whilst the trainee completes a Bachelor of Education or Masters of Teaching.

Pacific Hills Early Learning Centrenurtures young children in a Christ-centred environment where they are known, valued, and supported. As a ministry of the Pacific Group of Christian Schools, the ELC is committed to laying strong foundations for lifelong learning through a combination of Christian values, quality care, and play-based educational experiences. From their first steps, we nurture young lives with faith, care, and discovery.

As part of your application, please complete this application form:POCS Application Form

To be considered for this role,you must upload a completed copy of this application form into the 'Other Documents' section, along with all other documents requested. Please check you have uploaded all the required documents or made a note of missing documents, before pressing submit.

To be effective in this position, you will:

Display enthusiasm for teaching and be able to effectively engage and challenge students

Ability to teach Senior English, with a comprehensive knowledge of the HSC curriculum

Ability to teach HSIE - Grade 7 - 10, with comprehensive knowledge of the curriculum

Demonstrate a commitment to the pastoral care of students

Display outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues

Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into the learning program

Have excellent organisational skills and familiarity with contemporary pedagogy

Be committed to your own professional growth and learning

Havethe ability and desire to work from home

As a valued member of our community you will:

• Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian community
• Share in daily devotions as a staff
• Access career growth & development
• Have Global Mission opportunities

The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment. Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential. Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.

For further information, please contact the HR Department by email [emailprotected] , referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Pacific Online Christian School is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.

Candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act and provide their NESA Accreditation Number for verification.

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