Mathematics Teacher

Newington College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Newington College seeks an innovative and inspirational Mathematics educator to join the Mathematics Department on a temporary 12 month fixed term basis, commencing Term 1, 2027. The Mathematics Department aims to develop students' confidence, enjoyment and understanding of mathematics, and to apply these skills to everyday problems.

The successful candidate will work within a cohesive team, contribute to professional growth, uphold safeguarding policies, and support the college’s co-curricular

Qualifications

• Hold appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications relevant to the position.
• Demonstrate dynamic and effective classroom practice.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and cater for diverse learning needs.
• Understand learning processes and the role of assessment and feedback.
• Work effectively as a team member.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth.
• Possess strong ICT competencies.
• Show commitment to pastoral care.
• Participate in the College's co-curricular program.
• Understand and adhere to Child Safeguarding policies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mathematics teaching as part of the Mathematics Department.
• Contribute to student achievement and professional development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design engaging curricula and assessments.
• Demonstrate a commitment to child safeguarding and student well-being.

Skills

Teaching qualifications

Dynamic classroom practitioner

Differentiated instruction

Assessment & feedback

Team collaboration

Professional growth

ICT competencies

Pastoral care

Co-curricular involvement

Child safeguarding knowledge

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Teaching qualifications

Job description

Newington College seeks an innovative and inspirational educator to join the Mathematics Department on a temporary 12 month fixed term basis, commencing Term 1, 2027.

The Mathematics Department aims to develop and enhance our students' confidence and enjoyment in mathematics, as well as their knowledge, skills and understanding of syllabus content. We also foster students' awareness of the role mathematics plays in solving everyday problems.

We recognise that students learn best when motivated and that mathematical learning occurs within a context of intellectual, physical, and social growth. Our department comprises 22 teaching staff who work in a cohesive and collegial environment, supporting both student achievement and professional development.

Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting Amanda Mamo, Acting Head of Mathematicsat*****@newington.nsw.edu.au

About You

We have deliberately not provided set and narrow selection criteria. However, it would be expected that the successful candidates will:

• hold 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

Newington College seeks an innovative and inspirational educator to join the Mathematics Department on a temporary 12 month fixed term basis, commencing Term 1, 2027. The Mathematics Department aims to develop and enhance our students' confidence and enjoyment in mathematics, as well as their knowledge, skills and understanding of syllabus content. We also foster students' awareness of the role mathematics plays in solving everyday problems. We recognise that students learn best when motivated and that mathematical learning occurs within a context of intellectual, physical, and social growth. Our department comprises 22 teaching staff who work in a cohesive and collegial environment, supporting both student achievement and professional development.

Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting Amanda Mamo, Acting Head of Mathematicsat*****@newington.nsw.edu.au

About You

We have deliberately not provided set and narrow selection criteria. However, it would be expected that the successful candidates will:

• hold 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 selectionprocess.

About Newington College

Newington College is a primary and secondary school bustling with opportunity and rigour. We aim to teach students to think critically, develop a love of 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 committed and inspired community of educators who take their vocation seriously, are dedicated, supportive of each other and highly respected by their peers and students. We ensure the resources and professional development pathways 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 located in Sydney’s humming inner west and the north shore. From 2026, the College began 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.

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.