Tas Teacher - Visual Arts

St Spyridon College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St Spyridon College in Sydney seeks an experienced TAS teacher to join the secondary team. The role focuses on delivering Visual Arts within the TAS Department, with potential to teach other TAS areas based on qualifications and needs.

You will contribute to engaging learning and help shape a supportive college community. Applicants must hold teaching qualifications, NSW NESA accreditation, WWCC, and full Australian working rights.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications.
• Current NESA accreditation.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrated experience and/or capability in teaching Visual Arts in a secondary school environment.
• The ability and willingness to contribute across the broader TAS Department.
• Experience or qualifications in additional TAS subject areas will be highly regarded.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Visual Arts lessons in line with NESA curriculum.
• Teach and support other TAS subjects where appropriate.
• Help students develop creative, practical, and critical thinking skills.
• Assess and report on student progress and performance.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, well-managed classroom environment.
• Collaborate with TAS Department members and College leadership.
• Contribute to faculty programs, projects, exhibitions and College activities.
• Support the Greek Orthodox ethos and values of the College.

Skills

TAS teaching

Visual Arts

Classroom management

Education

Teaching qualification

NESA accreditation

NSW WWCC

Job description

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 28 November 2026

Currently seeking an experienced, innovative and enthusiastic TAS teacher to join our secondary teaching team at the commencement of Term 1 2027.

St Spyridon College is an independent, co-educational school with a strong commitment to the delivery of a rigorous academic program with a personalised learning approach that helps students find their passion and reach their potential. It offers a diverse program and opportunities for leadership and service.

The successful applicant will be an integral member of the College’s TAS Department, contributing to the broader faculty and supporting learning across the department. While Visual Arts will be a key component of the role, teaching responsibilities may not be limited to Visual Arts and may include other subjects or areas within the TAS Department, depending on the successful applicant’s qualifications, experience and the needs of the College.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative College community and contribute to a creative and engaging learning environment.

About the Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning programs and contributing positively to the broader TAS Department.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging Visual Arts lessons in accordance with NESA curriculum requirements.
• Teaching and supporting other subject areas within the TAS Department, where appropriate to qualifications and experience.
• Supporting students to develop their creative, practical and critical thinking skills.
• Assessing and reporting on student learning and progress.
• Maintaining a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Working collaboratively with members of the TAS Department and College leadership.
• Contributing to faculty programs, projects, exhibitions and other College activities.
• Contributing to the broader life of the College.
• Supporting the values, ethos and traditions of St Spyridon College.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications.
• Current NESA accreditation.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrated experience and/or capability in teaching Visual Arts in a secondary school environment.
• The ability and willingness to contribute across the broader TAS Department.
• Experience or qualifications in additional TAS subject areas will be highly regarded.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to providing engaging and high-quality learning experiences.
• A collaborative and professional approach to working with colleagues, students and families.
• A willingness to support and respect the Greek Orthodox ethos and values of the College.

Success Criteria:

The successful applicant will:

• Be willing to use student data effectively to inform teaching practice
• Be able to contribute to the strong academic culture of the school environment
• Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
• Use relevant technology to support instruction
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Undertake other duties as required by the Head of College or her delegate
• The successful candidate will possess the following core competencies:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Motivation, dedication and enthusiasm for learning
• Positivity and a high level of emotional intelligence
• High expectations for the learning and achievements of students
• Professional presentation and conduct
• A strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
• Willingness to actively support the Orthodox ethos of the school

Applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain:

• NESA Accreditation.
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Current National Criminal History Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications (desirable).
• Full Australian working rights.

Why join St Spyridon College?

At St Spyridon College, our staff are valued members of a supportive and collaborative community committed to educational excellence. We offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive workplace culture.
• Modern teaching facilities and excellent resources.
• Ongoing professional learning and career development opportunities.
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing.
• The opportunity to work within a high-performing and academically focused College community.

Employment Conditions

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for Term 1, 2027

Salary and employment conditions will be in accordance with the Independent Schools (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025 and will be determined based on the successful applicant's qualifications and years of recognised teaching service.

Affiliation: Greek Orthodox
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

784 Students
74 TeachingStaff
19 Non-Teaching Staff