Senior School Teacher (Science)

An exciting opportunity to join the passionate Science Faculty at Hunter Valley Grammar School for a temporary full-time (Term 1 – Term 4 2025) position.

About Us

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley on 32 acres of green space, Hunter Valley Grammar School (HVGS) is an independent, non-selective, secular, coeducational day school for students from Preschool to Year 12. Our innovative curriculum and co-curriculum activities foster curiosity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurialism, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow’s workplaces.

About the Role

A Senior School Teacher at HVGS is a proactive member within our Senior School and is engaged in providing a stimulating, engaging, evidence-informed and holistic education to years 7-12 students. Having experience with the International Baccalaureate MYP, CP and/or DP courses would be highly desirable. This position is open to a Science Teacher with the capacity to teach multiple sciences from years 7 -10 is an expectation.

Work Pattern – Teach the applicable full load of classes across Stages 4 to 5. Monday to Friday. All staff are expected to be on campus from 8:00am to 4:00pm. 

Start date 20 January 2025 

Key Duties

• Teach an applicable load as determined by the senior school timetable.
• Be proactive in providing an academically challenging, stimulating and safe environment where students are curious learners, enthused about their studies.
• Foster a commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration and sharing of knowledge and information with colleagues.
• Engage actively in the wellbeing program of the School, including taking a Mentor Group each morning and during scheduled wellbeing periods, contribute to wellbeing reporting, monitoring/mentoring of student development etc.
• Any other duties as directed

About You

• HVGS is an International Baccalaureate World School and therefore knowledge of, experience in, or willingness to undertake professional learning to teach the Middle Years Programme, Careers Programme, and/or the Diploma Programme is essential. 
• Hold appropriate educational qualifications/bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject area and hold a current NESA registration.
• Be able to demonstrate excellence in improving student learning and wellbeing outcomes.
• Be able to demonstrate how their teaching practice incorporates a sound evidence-base and inspires young learners.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check.

For a full picture of the role and the selection criteria, please visit our website.

Benefits

At HVGS, we’re dedicated to empowering our staff to thrive in the dynamic realm of teaching and learning. We uphold this commitment by equipping our educators with cutting-edge tools and skills necessary to excel in their profession. Moreover, HVGS offers a suite of exclusive benefits to our valued staff members, including:

• Generous professional development opportunities.
• State-of-the-Art teaching and learning infrastructure.
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to Staff strength and conditioning sessions and the school gym.
• Salary Sacrificing options, including novated leasing.

Join HVGS and be part of a supportive community committed to your professional growth, well-being, and success.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply by completing the online Job Application form here: https://www.hvgs.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/ 

For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact HR on (02) 4394 2444 or [email protected]       

Applications close: 9am 22nd November 2024

Hunter Valley Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Applications received after this date will not be considered. HVGS is an equal opportunity employer. All staff must have a current Employee Working with Children Check.