Address Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.
We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl.
The role
With our English team going from strength to strength, we have an opening for a passionate and motivated educator to join us in a Part Time job share capacity. This opportunity would be 3 days - Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays.
As part of our well-regarded English department, you will have a passion for teaching English Literature and a desire to contribute to the development of the minds of future leaders. You will be confident and experienced in teaching across Stages 4, 5 and 6, and may also have experience in Advanced and Extension HSC classes. We are a technologically advanced College, so you will have the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and use technology to enhance your teaching practice.
Enjoy the benefits of joining a College with numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, as well as professional development support with dedicated accreditation, career advice, learning and growth teams.
Click here for the position description.
Our kind of team member
You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities:
Have an excellent understanding of NESA syllabus requirements
Have demonstrated capability to teach English across Stages 4, 5 and 6
Be a positive and collaborative contributor to a successful department, committed to delivering excellence in educational outcomes
Be adept and confident in differentiating curriculum in the classroom
Have a strong understanding of the application of technology to enhance learning
Be a reflective professional engaged in ongoing professional development and research in relation to your teaching and pedagogical practice
Be committed to supporting inclusive and holistic student wellbeing
Be supportive of the College ethos and able to demonstrate our values in your way of working
Your kind of workplace
Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.
We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.
Your kind of benefits
We offer a competitive remuneration as well as a range of benefits, including:
professional development
access to our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with free Yoga and Pilates classes
daily morning tea
discounted school fees (where applicable)
a dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events, and
easy access with close public transport and onsite or nearby (street) parking
We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people to grow personally and professionally, including through growth strategies, training and professional development, career progression, access to technology and resources, and health and wellbeing opportunities.
Our kind of process
To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth - please submit your application online.
Applications for this opportunity close on Monday 1st April, 2024, please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date.
Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.
Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We acknowledge the Durramurragal as the traditional custodians of the land on which our College is built. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future recognising the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
