Science Teacher

Canberra Grammar School; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

13.5% superannuation

Professional development funding

Employee recognition programme

Salary-packaging arrangements

Onsite health clinic

Job summary

Canberra Grammar School in Canberra is seeking a passionate Science Teacher for our Senior School in 2027. This role emphasizes making Science engaging, helping students understand reactions and think logically, with opportunities across IB Diploma, HSC or IB Middle Years Programme.

You will work with a collaborative team, contributing to pastoral care and school co-curricular life, with teaching and some out-of-hours commitments throughout the calendar.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and teaching qualification required.
• ACT TQI registration and WWVP clearance required.
• National Police Check and full working rights in Australia.
• Current First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to senior level across pathways.
• Engage students with inquiries and hands-on experiments.
• Contribute to pastoral care and co-curricular activities.
• Participate in out-of-hours commitments across the School calendar.

Skills

Science teaching

Senior level teaching

Assessment & feedback

Pastoral care

Co-curricular involvement

Inclusive education

Data-driven instruction

Education

Tertiary teaching degree

Recognised teaching qualification

ACT TQI registration

WWVP clearance

National Police Check

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Educational technology

Online learning tools

Job description

• Join an experienced, collaborative and experimental Science team
• Inspire students across a range of abilities and senior pathways
• Full-time, ongoing position commencing in 2027

About The Role

Canberra Grammar School is seeking an engaging and innovative Science Teacher to join our Senior School in 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity to make Science exciting, helping students see reactions, think logically, and develop the confidence to trial experiments.

Whether you are an accomplished educator or an emerging teacher with strong potential, you will be supported by an experienced and collaborative team committed to exceptional teaching, intellectual curiosity and the success of every student.

Teaching at CGS extends well beyond the classroom. Our teachers know their students as individuals, contribute to pastoral care through the Student House system and participate actively in the School’s co-curricular and community life. The position includes teaching, pastoral and co-curricular responsibilities, with some out-of-hours commitments across the School calendar.

About You

You are a passionate Mathematics educator who brings energy, clarity and creativity to the classroom. You enjoy challenging students to think deeply while making complex ideas accessible, engaging and relevant.

You will bring:

• subject expertise sufficient to teach Science to senior level, with demonstrated success across the secondary years
• the capacity to teach students across a broad range of ages, abilities and learning needs
• an inclusive approach and a strong belief that every student can grow in confidence and capability
• demonstrated use of assessment, feedback and data to advance student learning
• a genuine commitment to pastoral care, co-curricular participation and the broader life of the School
• ability to teach across more than one senior pathway, including the IB Diploma Programme, HSC or IB Middle Years Programme
• excellent written and spoken English, strong interpersonal skills and confidence using technology to enhance learning.

Personal Attributes

• a genuine love of Science and the ability to inspire that passion in students
• dedication to the wellbeing, formation and growth of every young person
• a commitment to inclusive excellence and high expectations for all learners
• sound judgement and high professional standards
• a collaborative, reflective and growth-focused approach to your practice.

All teachers at CGS are required to hold:

• a relevant tertiary degree and recognised teaching qualification
• current ACT Teacher Quality Institute registration and a valid WWVP
• a current National Police Check and full working rights in Australia
• a current First Aid Certificate.

Benefits For You

As a CGS team member, you will have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• a highly competitive salary
• superannuation rate of 13.5%
• generous professional development funding
• an employee recognition and awards programme
• attractive salary-packaging arrangements
• complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations;
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• convenient onsite parking.

Working at CGS

At Canberra Grammar School, teachers are trusted as professionals, supported to grow and encouraged to bring ambition, creativity and fresh thinking to their practice.

You will join a diverse and forward-thinking educational community where academic excellence and student wellbeing are equally valued. You will have the opportunity to teach across respected Australian and international curriculum pathways, collaborate with passionate colleagues and make a meaningful contribution beyond the classroom.