Speech and Drama Tutors

Elmo; Tweed Heads; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School in Tweed Heads, NSW, seeks a dedicated Speech and Drama Tutor to deliver high-quality lessons across K-12, guide students through exams, productions and performances, and promote participation in our Performing Arts program while upholding the school's mission and ethos.

The role involves developing individual learning plans, maintaining engaging classrooms, liaising with parents and staff, and supporting students for external examinations, under the direction

Qualifications

• Experience delivering speech and drama programs to K-12.
• Ability to teach AMEB and Trinity exams.
• Knowledge of AMEB, Trinity, ASCA syllabi.
• Develop and manage learning plans for students.
• Commitment to child protection training and safety.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality speech and drama lessons across grades K-12.
• Prepare students for assessments, productions and performances.
• Promote participation in Performing Arts program and school ethos.
• Liaise with parents, teachers, and administration.
• Prepare students for external examinations.

Skills

Speech and Drama delivery

Teaching

Public speaking

Curriculum planning

Communication with parents

Education

Teaching qualification or certification in Speech/Drama

Job description

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a high quality, independent, Anglican, Co-educational P-12 school serving the southern Gold Coast, Tweed Coast and northern New South Wales regions.Located in the Tweed Heads district, ours is the most northern independent school in NSW. We have a close connection with the land, and yet are within easy reach of the Gold Coast and Brisbane.

As an Anglican Grammar School, our values of Compassion, Wisdom and Respect are at the heart of our school and form the foundations of our teaching and learning supported by our cultural values of Standards, Collaboration and Leadership.

Lindisfarne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.

Job Description

The Speech and Drama Tutor is responsible for delivering high-quality training in their area of expertise, guiding students through Speech and Drama lessons across grades K-12. They prepare students for various assessments, productions, and performances, adhering to the required standards. Under the direction of the Director of Theatre and Dance and Performing Art Coordinator, they not only lead lessons but also actively promote the school's mission and ethos. Their role extends to encouraging participation in the school's Performing Arts program and setting exemplary behavioural standards.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Passion and proven experience delivering high quality speech and drama programs
• Recognised teaching, speech and drama and/or acting or public speaking qualifications
• Ability to teach to AMEB and Trinity examination standard, from beginner to advanced levels
• Knowledge of key syllabi of one or more of the following: AMEB, Trinity, ASCA (Australian Speech Communication Association)
• Experience teaching and developing Speech and Drama programs K-12
• Ability to develop and manage individual and/or group learning plans for students
• Experience creating learning environments which engage and stimulate learning and promote excellence
• Ability to support and prepare students for external examinations
• Experience with eisteddfods and performance opportunities
• Strong communication skills for liaising with parents, teachers, and administration
• Current NSW Working with Children Check clearance
• Commitment to Child Protection training

Application

To apply for this role, please click on the Apply link. Applications close on Wednesday, 30th September 2026 at 5.00pm and must include a cover letter and current resume, including contact details for three referees.

Please email [e-mail] if you have any questions.

Lindisfarne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.