Mandarin Teacher

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

School fee discount

Training opportunities

Health & wellbeing programs

Employee referrals

Job summary

St Brendan's Catholic Primary School Annandale in Sydney seeks a Mandarin Teacher to inspire students through engaging, student-centered lessons within a Catholic learning environment. You will develop a K-6 Mandarin curriculum, apply effective pedagogies, and maintain strong classroom management with a focus on student well-being.

The role requires a tertiary Education qualification with NESA accreditation and may include Religious Education qualifications or willingness to obtain them as per

Qualifications

• tertiary qualification in Education with NESA accreditation.
• Ability to deliver engaging, student-centered Mandarin lessons.
• Strong classroom management and focus on student well-being.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through engaging, student-centered Mandarin teaching.
• Develop a K-6 Mandarin curriculum and apply effective pedagogies.
• Create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences for all students.

Skills

Mandarin teaching

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Inclusive education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

NESA accreditation

Job description

St Brendan's Catholic Primary School Annandale
Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date: Tuesday, 27 October 2026
Employment Type: Part-Time (0.2 FTE), Temporary

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At St Brendan's Catholic Primary School Annandale, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536, paid on a pro-rata basis
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and professional opportunities
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

At St Brendan's, we believe that happiness is fundamental to the learning journey. We strive to empower our students, ensuring they feel valued, cared for, and excited about their educational experience. Our goal is to create an environment where learning is not only enjoyable but also deeply fulfilling.

About You

As a Mandarin Teacher, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:

• expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences
• a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation
• Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8*** (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.