AddressAbout Cairns Hinterland Steiner School
We are an independent school situated in Kuranda and offer education from Kindergarten to Class 8. We are a co-educational and non-denominational school offering the nationally accredited Steiner curriculum based on the educational insights of Rudolf Steiner.
We aim to support each individual child, with an understanding of their stage in childhood development, and with this understanding, we encourage each child's unique gifts and emerging potentials to unfold in a nurturing, imaginative and guided environment. We aim to create a place where goodness, beauty and truth permeate the pedagogical, physical, and social fabric.
Cairns Hinterland Steiner School is committed to safe and supportive work practices and candidates will be subject to a teacher registration check, Blue Card screening, referee checks, identification verification and will be required to disclose any information relevant to the candidates’ eligibility to engage in activities involving children. The school is committed to the care, safety and protection of all children attending the school. Our School is a place where children are nurtured and supported so that they can develop their latent capacities and grow into well-rounded human beings.
The position
The position involves the planning, implementation, and assessment of a quality educational programme for all children in Class 1. All programmes must be based solidly on the philosophy and principles of Steiner Education. The Class teacher is cognizant of the role that parents and guardians hold in their child's education and is expected to communicate and involve their parent cohort in their child's education. The teacher works creatively in all aspects of teaching and pastoral care, always seeking to find a fresh connection to the developmental needs of the children and to recognise readiness for learning.
We are seeking an experienced Steiner teacher with exemplary skills and qualities to fill this position. The successful applicant will have a deep understanding of Steiner pedagogy and philosophy along with a commitment to professionalism in their work.
The role requirements are:
Fully registered Teacher (Queensland).
Teach with an anthropophical approach to each child’s developmental needs and welfare in mind while delivering the Steiner curriculum.
Be committed to ongoing individual and collaborative professional development in Primary Education, including Steiner Education.
Demonstrate high level written and verbal communication skills, including the use of school-management software systems and Information Technology.
Be responsible for maintaining positive relationships, with colleagues, parents/guardians and participate actively in the life of the school community.
Capacity to support and educate parents about primary education in Steiner schools.
Previous experience as a Steiner Teacher is preferred.
To apply, email your resume and a covering letter to *******@chss.qld.edu.au please include copies of any relevant documentation (qualifications, teacher registration etc). Applicants will also be required to supply the names of 3 professional referees.
Applications close: 8am, Monday, 24 June 2024 unless a suitable applicant is appointed sooner.
