Junior School Catalyst Teacher

Queenwood

Queenwood is an independent, K-12 girls’ school committed to a liberal education – an education which, at its core, develops rigorous thinking and the practice of inquiry. In their personal and intellectual development, we both support and stretch our girls, encouraging increasing engagement with the wider world. Our aim is to develop in our students the character, disposition and skills they will need to flourish in and contribute to a world of complexity and change.  

Position Available 

Queenwood requires a Junior School Catalyst Teacher (High Potential & Gifted Education).  This is a part time (0.6FTE) permanent position to commence in Term 1, 2023.

The Junior School Catalyst Teacher is responsible for implementing effective learning and teaching practices to develop the talent of high potential and gifted students with a particular interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). S/he will be expected to support the daily operations and extra-curricular life of the School.

A full role description can be found on the website.

Qualifications required

The successful candidate will be required to have:

• Eligibility to teach in NSW schools, and exceptional understanding of Mathematics
• Experience in STEAM with highly able primary-aged students 
• A postgraduate qualification in Gifted Education is preferrable

Applications

Closing Date for applications is 9am, Monday 10 October 2022.

Invitations to interview for this role may be extended prior to the closing date and Queenwood reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

The successful applicant must be legally permitted to work in Australia, hold a valid working with children clearance and be registered with NESA to teach in NSW.

Please email applications and/or send enquiries to: [email protected]

Applications not emailed to this address may not be considered.

Applications should include:

• Your WWC & NESA number 
• Resume & cover letter addressing the criteria / position requirements
• Queenwood Teaching Staff Application Form
• Your email address 
• Names and phone numbers of three confidential referees

Please note that Queenwood does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies. Should we require additional recruitment services, we will be sure to contact our preferred providers.