SOCIAL SCIENCE TEACHER (ECONOMICS)

Presbyterian Ladies' College Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian Ladies' College Sydney in Croydon, NSW, seeks an energetic Social Sciences teacher (Economics) to join a high-performing, girls’ learning community. You will teach Stage 6 Economics and may cover related subjects, fostering excellence and opportunity for young women.

You will design and resource new syllabuses, support economic literacy, and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative team aligned with the College’s ethos and innovative education.

Qualifications

• Formal teaching qualifications and current NESA registration
• Proven track record of strong academic results in Stage 6 Economics
• Experience designing, planning and resourcing new syllabuses
• Willingness to deliver IGCSE and/or A Level Economics
• Commitment to promoting economic literacy and an inclusive classroom environment

Responsibilities

• Teach Stage 6 Economics and potentially Stage 6 Business Studies, Junior Geography, and Commerce
• Design, plan and resource new syllabuses
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives to promote economic literacy and inclusion

Skills

Stage 6 Economics

Business Studies

Junior Geography

Commerce

Syllabus design

IGCSE/A Level Economics

Inclusive classroom

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Formal teaching qualifications

Job description

• Highly regarded independent girls' school - Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12
• Excellent opportunity in a dynamic environment
• Extremely well-resourced departments

About PLC Sydney:

Located in Croydon, NSW, Presbyterian Ladies' College Sydney is a Pre-K to Year 12 day andboarding school for girls, grounded in Christian values and widely recognised for itsinnovation, academic excellence, and commitment to care and inclusion.

With a proud heritage dating back to 1888, PLC Sydney is a school that honours tradition while embracing innovation, offering both the HSC and Cambridge A - levels. Named among the Top 100 Innovative Schools globally by Cambridge University, the College is deeply committed to helping young women discover their gifts, find their place and lead with integrity. Its vibrant campus culture fosters deep connection, lifelong learning, and a sense of purpose that is nurtured across generations.

About the Role:

Due to significant growth in student enrollment in Economics, PLC Sydney is seeking an exceptional, dynamic, and collaborative Social Sciences Teacher (Economics) to join our high-performing team.

Working with enthusiastic and motivated students, you will have the space to innovate while helping drive the representation of women in economics. We provide a supportive, collegial environment where you can expand your practice and thrive alongside a passionate team.

Key Responsibilities & Capabilities:

• Demonstrated experience teaching Stage 6 Economics, with the ability or willingness to teach Stage 6 Business Studies, Junior Geography, and Commerce.
• Active involvement in designing, planning, and resourcing for the implementation of new syllabuses.
• Experience in, or a willingness to deliver, IGCSE and/or A Level Economics will be highly regarded.
• A strong commitment to promoting economic literacy and creating an engaging, inclusive environment that encourages young women to excel in the field.
• A collaborative mindset to work alongside an established, enthusiastic, and supportive Economics team within a well-resourced department.

Selection Criteria:

• Formal teaching qualifications and current NESA registration.
• Proven track record of strong academic results and innovative pedagogical practices in Stage 6 Economics.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to foster an inclusive, high-performing classroom environment.

You will need to provide a Working With Children Check Clearance Number and date of birth.

You will be required to support the Christian ethos of the College.

A Teaching Role Statement is available on the website when you click through to apply online.

The School will consider applications as they are received and therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. The School reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the advertised date.

Applicants must hold current Australian work rights. This position is physically based on campus in Sydney, Australia.

Please ensure to submit your cover letter & resume as one document for best results. Please also include your NESA status & details of two referees.