Teachers or Educators – Advanced Primary School Science

G.A.T.E.WAYS; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 101,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Independent contractor

Job summary

G.A.T.E.WAYS is seeking passionate educators to design and deliver engaging, curriculum-independent workshops in Science for high-potential gifted and talented primary students across Brisbane.

Design two engaging, hands-on science workshops and deliver two per program day, with support from the G.A.T.E.WAYS team. Present at multiple school venues each term and create your own teaching resources, contributing to a stimulating learning experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for science education.
• Experience teaching or working with primary-aged children.
• A strong background in science.
• Enthusiasm for educational creativity and independent workshop design.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage curious minds.
• Understanding of the needs of gifted learners.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) or teacher registration.

Responsibilities

• Design two engaging, hands-on science workshops.
• Deliver two engaging, hands-on workshops per program day.
• Work with support from the G.A.T.E.WAYS team during workshop development.
• Present at multiple school venues throughout each term.
• Develop and provide your own workshop materials and teaching resources.

Skills

Science education

Teaching children

Communication

Gifted learners

Creativity

English fluency

WWCC/teacher registration

Job description

Teachers or Educators – Advanced Primary School Science

Inspire the Next Generation of Young Scientists

G.A.T.E.WAYS is seeking passionate educators to design and deliver engaging, curriculum-independent workshops in Science for high-potential gifted and talented primary school students across Brisbane.

Founded in 1994, G.A.T.E.WAYS offers enrichment programs that challenge and extend high-potential learners. Our programs provide opportunities for like-minded children to think deeply, collaborate, and explore advanced concepts in a stimulating and supportive environment.

About the Program

• Workshop Format: Two half-day workshops per day (one for lower primary, one for upper primary)
• Program Locations: Hosted at various metropolitan Brisbane schools
• Audience: Gifted and talented primary-aged students from a range of schools
• Focus: Depth, complexity, and creative learning beyond the standard school curriculum

About the Role

• Design two engaging, hands-on science workshops
• Deliver two engaging, hands-on workshops per program day
• Work with support from the G.A.T.E.WAYS team during workshop development
• Present at multiple school venues throughout each term
• Develop and provide your own workshop materials and teaching resources

What We're Looking For

• Passion for science education
• Experience teaching or working with primary-aged children
• A strong background in science
• Enthusiasm for educational creativity and independent workshop design
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage curious minds
• Understanding of the needs of gifted learners
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) or teacher registration

Why Join Us?

• Flexibility: Choose the days and locations that suit your schedule
• Strong remuneration: Daily rate
• Creative freedom: Develop workshops based on your passions, outside curriculum constraints
• Fulfilling work: Inspire high-ability students eager to dive deep into new ideas
• Professional recognition: Add a unique teaching experience to your portfolio
• Great for: Retired teachers, those on leave, or educators seeking sessional opportunities

Additional Information

• This is contract-based, sessional work — not a full-time or permanent position
• Presenters are engaged as independent contractors
• Must have the right to work in Australia