Geography Teacher

St Catherine's School Sydney; Waverley Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Tuition discounts

Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flu vaccinations

Gym access

On-site café

Library borrowing

Staff events

Job summary

St Catherine's School Sydney in Waverley NSW invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Geography teaching role commencing in 2027. The position offers the opportunity to inspire a love of Geography and empower young women to achieve their academic potential.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work autonomously and within a team, and a commitment to upholding the school's Christian ethos.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Willingness to actively support the school’s Christian ethos.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Autonomy

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Ethos support

Job description

St Catherine's School Sydney – Waverley NSW

For over 170 years St Catherine’s staff have educated generations of young women who have gone on to make meaningful contributions to the world.

We are committed to attracting, supporting and developing outstanding teachers and professional staff, who play a vital role in helping our students thrive both academically and personally.

We value cultural diversity, and take pride in the warm, inclusive and nurturing environment that defines our school, made possible by the dedication of our exceptional staff.

Commencing in the 2027 academic year, this full-time temporary, 12 month role offers the opportunity to inspire a love of Geography while empowering young women to achieve their academic potential and make a meaningful impact on the world.

The successful candidate will possess the following core competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positivity and a high level of emotional intelligence
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively but also as part of a team
• Skills in problem solving, giving and following guidance and direction
• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, creative environment
• Maintaining loyalty, confidentiality and support for the school and students
• Willingness to actively support the Christian ethos of the school.

We believe in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for our staff, with a wide range of programs and facilities to help foster both personal and professional growth:

• Salary packaging and novated leases
• Student tuition fee discounts
• Annual research scholarships for academic and professional staff
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free and confidential counselling
• Complimentary annual influenza vaccinations
• Free access to school's aquatic and fitness centres
• Access to school's on-site café and deli
• Borrowing rights at our libraries for books, magazines and research resources
• Staff Association, with invitations to regular social and community events