Secondary Teacher 2026

Seavie; Port Augusta; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaview Christian College in Port Augusta invites applications for a Secondary Teacher of Christian faith. The role is full-time with potential for part-time opportunities, commencing Semester Two 2026.

You will deliver Christ-centred education aligned with the college curriculum and AITSL standards, fostering student growth in faith and academics. Applicants must hold current teacher registration or be eligible, and demonstrate commitment to Christian values within a safe, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Possess current registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia, or be eligible for registration.
• Continued commitment to improved practices in line with AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Australian citizenship, or capacity to fulfil visa/entry requirements if a non-citizen residing in Australia or overseas

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality learning programs aligned to the college curriculum and Christian philosophy.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and provide timely feedback.
• Model a Christ-centred life and integrate Biblical principles into teaching programs.
• Support student wellbeing and establish a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain accurate student records and provide clear semester reports.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design quality assessment tasks and moderation.
• Engage in professional learning to improve teaching practice and align with college goals.
• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers about student progress.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and school events to support student engagement.
• Uphold duty of care, child safety standards and school policies.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development days

Skills

Teacher registration

AITSL standards alignment

Australian visa/citizenship readiness

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 15 October 2026

Seaview Christian College is looking for a suitable Secondary Teacher of Christian faith commencing in Semester Two 2026. It is a full-time position, however, part-time opportunities available. Seaview Christian College is an independent, non-denominational Christian College located in the city of Port Augusta, 322 kilometres north of Adelaide at the foot of the Flinders Ranges.

Established in 2016, the College is one of 15 schools operated by Christian Community Ministries Ltd. The mission of Seaview Christian College is to provide Christ-centred schooling in an atmosphere of love, respect, peace and discipline which will encourage students to achieve their full potential for God.

About the role

Teachers are responsible for delivering high-quality, Christ-centred education that supports the intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional development of students. As each child is precious, unique, and individually created by God, your practice must reflect a deep respect for the inherent worth, dignity, and God-given potential of every student. You are required to model a vibrant Christian faith, integrate a Biblical worldview into learning experiences, and contribute to a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to grow in character, faith, and academic achievement. The role exists to provide engaging and effective instruction that is aligned with the college curriculum, the AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers, and the College's mission and values.

1. TeachingandLearning

• Plan,deliver,andevaluatehigh-quality,age-appropriatelearning programsalignedtothe college curriculum and the school’s Christian philosophy.
• Use evidence-informed instructional practices, including explicit teaching, modelling, guided practice, and opportunities for independent application.
• Differentiate teaching strategies tomeet the diverse learning needs, abilities, ages, and backgrounds ofstudents.
• Establish clear learning intentions, success criteria, and provide timely, constructive feedback to support student growth.
• Create learningenvironments that engage and challenge students, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.

2. ChristianMission,Ministry,andPastoralCare

• Model a Christ-centred life in conduct, relationships, and professional practice, consistent with the ethos of the College.
• Integrate Biblicalprinciples, Christian worldview, and spiritual formation opportunities intoteaching programs where appropriate.
• Activelysupportthefaithlifeoftheschoolbyparticipatingindevotions,prayer,worshipservices,and pastoralprograms.
• Provide pastoral care that reflects the character of Christ by offering compassion, support, and encouragement to students and families.

3. ClassroomEnvironmentandStudentWellbeing

• Establish and maintain safe, orderly,and inclusive learningenvironmentsthat promote student wellbeing and respectful behaviour.
• Apply effective behaviour management strategies consistent with school policies and Christian values.
• Identifystudentsatrisk ofdisengagementorwellbeingconcernsand implement appropriatesupport strategies, including referrals

4. Assessment,Feedback,andReporting

• Use a range of valid assessmentmethods to monitor, document, and evaluate student learning and make consistent and comparable judgements in assessment, reporting and feedback.
• Provide meaningful assessment feedback and write clear, comprehensive semester reports that reflect student progress and achievement.
• Maintain accurate,timely,and confidentialstudentrecordsinline withschoolandregulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design quality assessment tasks, moderate student work, and ensure accurate and consistent judgements.

5. Engage in Professional Learning

• Participateinperformanceappraisalprocesses,goalsetting,andreflectivepracticetoenhance professionaleffectiveness.
• Apply professional learning that improves teaching practice and maximises student learning outcomes, and engage in ongoing professional learning that improves teaching practice and aligns with the AITSL Standards and the strategic direction of the College.

6. Communication and Partnerships

• Foster strong, respectful relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider school community.
• Promotethemission,vision,andvaluesoftheCollegeinallprofessionalinteractionsandpublic communication.
• Communicate clearly and promptlywith parents and caregiversregardingstudentlearning,well-being, and progress, and adhere to school communication policies.

7. Extracurricular Activities

• Participate in and support the College’s extracurricular programs, including camps, sporting activities, arts events, musical productions, and co-curricular clubs.
• Contribute to activitiesthatpromotestudentengagement,teamwork,leadership,andcharacter development.
• Usepersonal skills, interests, and gifts to enrich extracurricular offerings and provide meaningful opportunities for students outside the classroom.

8. Compliance, Duty of Care, and Operational Responsibilities

• Upholdalllegalresponsibilities,schoolpolicies,andchild-safestandards,includingmandatoryreporting and WHS obligations.
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, confidentiality, ethical conduct, and digital citizenship.
• Attendstaffmeetings,professionaldevelopmentdays,school-wideevents,andrequiredCollege activitiesthroughouttheschoolyearasrequired.
• Supervisestudentsduringclasstime,breaktimes,excursions,camps,andotherschool-approved activities, following duty-of-care principles.

9. Workplace Health & Safety

• Promoteandmodeltheimportanceofhealthandsafetyacrossthe workplace.
• Remainvigilanttopotentialoractualhazardsandtakeappropriateactiontoaddressorreportthem.
• Takereasonablecareforpersonalsafetyandthesafetyofcolleaguesandstudents,interveningwhere necessarytoprevent unsafeactsor conditions.
• WearPersonalProtectiveEquipment(PPE)whenrequiredanduseitcorrectly.
• Engage in mandated emergency procedures and drills to maintain operational preparedness and uphold organisational safety protocols.

10.Other duties

• This Position Descriptiondescribes the generalnature and key responsibilities oftherole and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, or required skills.
• Theemployeemayberequiredtoundertakeotherreasonableduties,consistentwiththeirskills, experience, and classification, as directed by their supervisor from time to time.

11. Variations to Position Description

• As a standard position description used across Christian Community Ministries, this Position Description may be refined, updated, or amended from time to time to reflect operational, organisational, or regulatoryrequirements. Anysuchrefinedorupdatedversionsupersedes and replaces all previous versions of this Position Description.
• Anysuch refinements willnot fundamentally change the nature,purpose, orclassificationof the position. Where material changes are proposed, these will be addressed through appropriate consultation and, where applicable, formal variation processes.

Skills and Qualifications

• Possess current registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia, or be eligible for registration
• Continued commitment to improved practices in line with AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers
• Current Australian citizenship, or capacity to fulfil Australian visa and entry requirements if a non-citizen residing in Australia or overseas

Conditions of employment for teaching staff are contained in the CCM Schools Enterprise Agreement 2024. Annual remuneration for teachers, subject to employment location and recognised prior teaching experience, is in the range $88,824 to $127,519 (January 2026 rates, full time base rates, inclusive of annual leave loading).

Applicants shortlisted for an interview will be contacted via email and telephone. Interviews may take place before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Ongoing, HR process will be conducted throughout to fill multiple positions.

Applications and all enquiries are to be sent to:

Affiliation: Christian
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

165 Students
16 TeachingStaff
12 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Seaview Christian College opened its doors to students from Reception - Year 5 at the start of the 2016 school year and are now educating students from Reception - Year 12. Seaview Christian College desires to equip children so that they can enjoy a life full of promise, purpose and hope. We aim to shape young men and women of character, who are eager to meet life’s challenges using their God given gifts and talents.

An applicant who is not an Australian citizen must include scanned copies of the following additional visa‑related documents with their expression of interest:

• Copyofpassportidentificationpageandconfirmationofcurrentvisaforalldependentfamily 

Applicants shortlisted for an interview will be contacted via email and telephone. Interviews may take place before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

APPLICATIONSCLOSE:Ongoing;HRprocesswillbeconductedthroughouttofill multiple positions.