Teacher - Junior School

St Hilda's School Gold Coast; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St Hilda's School Gold Coast – Southport QLD invites applications for Junior School teachers for 2027. The successful candidate will teach middle and upper primary, delivering curriculum-aligned instruction under the Australian Curriculum and using data-informed methods to monitor progress and differentiate learning to meet each student’s needs.

You will build strong relationships with students and families, support academic, social, and personal growth, and contribute to a values-driven,

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that meets diverse learning needs.
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Proven track record of achieving excellent academic outcomes.
• Experience developing innovative unit and lesson plans aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Deep understanding of how girls learn across different age groups.
• Ability to nurture confidence, resilience, and emerging leadership in girls.
• Knowledge of research-based approaches to girls' education and empowerment.
• Commitment to broadening girls' aspirations from an early age.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Pedagogy knowledge

Academic outcomes

Curriculum planning

Job description

St Hilda's School Gold Coast – Southport QLD

Junior School (middle and upper primary) Teachers for 2027

Full Time – Monday to Friday

Commencing: 20 January 2027 until 31 December 2027 (with a likelihood of extension or negotiation for permanency for the right candidate)

St Hilda's School invites applications from experienced and dynamic junior school educators to join our team in 2027.

About Us

Located on Queensland’s Gold Coast, we are one of Australia’s leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls’ education and world class facilities, St Hilda’s School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement, grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.

As an all-girls school we passionately believe every opportunity is designed with the girls in mind, fostering leadership, innovation and confidence so that our girls don’t just imagine their future, they lead it.

About the Position

As a Junior School Teacher at St Hilda's School, you will create an engaging and supportive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, curiosity, and personal growth among students in middle and upper Primary. This role involves developing and delivering curriculum-aligned instruction in accordance with the Australian Curriculum, using data-informed practices to monitor and assess student progress, and providing differentiated learning experiences that meet each student’s individual needs. You will foster positive relationships with students and their families, and support the academic, social, and personal development of every child in your care.

About You

1. Teaching Excellence

• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that meets diverse learning needs
• Strong knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and evidence-based teaching practices
• Proven track record of achieving excellent academic outcomes
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing innovative unit and lesson plans aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

2. Understanding of Girls' Education

• Deep understanding of how girls learn and develop across different age groups
• Ability to nurture confidence, resilience, and emerging leadership in girls during their formative years
• Knowledge of research-based approaches to girls' education and empowerment
• Commitment to broadening girls' aspirations from an early age.

3. Professional Skills

• Excellent classroom management and organisational abilities
• Strong communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms
• High level of ability to assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.

4. Personal Attributes

• Genuine passion for educating and nurturing girls through their primary years
• High professional and ethical standards
• Collaborative team player who contributes to the school community
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflection.

Why Join St Hilda’s School?

Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer on-site parking, access to Fitness Passport, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities.

As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values, and Anglican Ethos of the School. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hilda’s School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

Any questions about the position should be directed to the People and Culture Manager**********@sthildas.qld.edu.au or 5532 4922.

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