Years 7-12 Teacher (Senior School - Years 10-12)

Nazareth Catholic Community; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nazareth Catholic Community in Adelaide is seeking an enthusiastic Years 7-12 teacher for Senior School (Years 10-12). Roles are offered as part-time or full-time, with permanent and contract opportunities across Senior Design and Technology, English, Economics and Religious Education.

In this role you will plan and deliver engaging Australian Curriculum-aligned learning, assess progress, differentiate for diverse learners, and collaborate with families and colleagues to support student

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education and Australian teaching registration.
• Experience delivering Australian Curriculum across senior years.
• Commitment to Catholic ethos and the College community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver comprehensive, engaging learning programs aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and monitor progress.
• Assess, report and maintain records; provide constructive feedback to students and families.
• Support student wellbeing, engage with families and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Curriculum planning

Collaboration with families

Education

Bachelor of Education

Teaching registration in Australia

Tools

Google Classroom

MS Office

Job description

Years 7-12 Teacher (Senior School - Years 10-12)

Employment Status: Fixed Term/Contract and Permanent Opportunities

The Opportunity

Part time/full time, permanent and contract opportunities exist in the following subject areas at our Senior School (Years 10-12):

Senior Design and Technology
Senior English
Senior Economics
Senior Religious Education
The Years 7-12 Teacher is responsible for creating a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment in which every student is known, supported and challenged to achieve success. Working collaboratively with leaders, colleagues, students and families. The Years 7-12 Teacher:

• Plans and delivers comprehensive, balanced and challenging learning programs aligned with the Australian Curriculum and responsive to students’ individual learning needs, abilities and learning styles.
• Creates a safe, welcoming, orderly and productive classroom environment by establishing positive relationships, clear expectations and effective behaviour education practices.
• Uses purposeful assessment, constructive feedback and accurate record-keeping to monitor student learning, inform teaching practice and report student progress and achievement.
• Works in partnership with colleagues, parents and caregivers to support students’ learning, wellbeing and engagement, including developing Individual Learning Plans where appropriate.
• Contributes actively to the Catholic identity, professional life and broader community of the College through collaboration, professional learning, College activities and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

Champion the Catholic identity and mission of the College by modelling Catholic values, contributing positively to the ethos of Nazareth, and supporting the faith, learning and community life of the College.

Plan and deliver high-quality teaching and learning programs aligned with the Australian Curriculum, applying appropriate curriculum knowledge, contemporary teaching methods and educational technologies to facilitate successful learning.

Respond effectively to the diverse needs of students by identifying individual learning needs and styles, differentiating learning experiences, and providing appropriate support and challenge so every student can experience success.

Create a positive and productive learning environment by building respectful relationships with students, establishing clear expectations and routines, maintaining an orderly and welcoming classroom, and applying College behaviour education policies and practices consistently.

Assess, monitor and report student learning by using a range of purposeful assessment methods, maintaining accurate and comprehensive records, providing constructive feedback, and preparing detailed and informative reports for students and families.

Support student wellbeing and safety by assisting students who are hurt, unwell or in distress, undertaking supervision duties diligently, and complying with relevant child safeguarding, work health and safety, legislative and College requirements.

Build strong partnerships with parents and caregivers through timely, respectful and professional communication about student learning, achievement, engagement and wellbeing, including participation in parent-teacher interviews and other College activities.

Work collaboratively with leaders and colleagues to reflect on and improve teaching practice, contribute to curriculum and College initiatives, support College activities, and participate positively in meetings, professional learning, training and professional review processes.

Fulfil professional and administrative responsibilities by meeting students at designated locations and times, completing required records and tasks accurately and promptly, protecting confidential information, and undertaking other duties as required by the Principal or delegate.

About You

Nazareth is seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Years 7-12 Teacher who brings warmth, professionalism and a genuine commitment to helping every student feel known, valued and capable. The successful candidate will be a positive role model who approaches their work with care, integrity and enthusiasm.

They will be a clear and respectful communicator who builds trusting relationships with students, colleagues, parents and caregivers. Collaborative and team-oriented, they will value the contribution of others, respond constructively to feedback and contribute positively to a connected school community.

Organised, dependable and self-directed, they will use initiative and sound judgement to manage competing priorities and meet required timelines. They will be committed to continually developing their professional knowledge and practice through reflection, professional learning and engagement with contemporary educational developments.

Most importantly, they will demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission, values and Catholic ethos of Nazareth. They will embrace the College’s inclusive and community-focused culture and share our belief that every student and family should be known, celebrated and supported.

For further information refer to the Position Description

Why Us?

At Nazareth, people, relationships and community are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be welcomed into a supportive and inclusive environment where your contribution is valued and your work helps strengthen a thriving community of belonging and connection.