Are you an enthusiastic and experienced teacher with a passion for supporting students with additional needs?

Join our growing Christian school community and make a meaningful difference in the lives of learners.

A permanent full time teaching opportunity is available, commencing in Term 1, 2027. For the right candidate, a part time arrangement may also be considered.

Applications are invited from educators with a passion for teaching students with additional needs, who enjoy working collaboratively and who wish to be a part of a caring and innovative school community. Applicants must have demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and review effective individiualised education programs.

Experience working with students with a disability is desirable but not essential. Teachers who are interested in developing their general teaching and learning skills within a Special Education context are encouraged to apply.

Pacific Hope Christian School is a special school providing Christian Education for students with a mild to moderate level of intellectual delay or Autism in Year 1 to Year 12. This co-educational Christian learning community is committed to developing and nurturing its students. Pacific Hope Christian School is located in Tweed Heads on the far north coast of NSW and is part of the Pacific Group of nine Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW. Pacific Hope Chrisitan School is located on the same site as Pacific Coast Christian School and has its own Principal but shares facilities. Each student is unique, and we aim to develop the full potential in each individual by providing a mixture of individualised and small group instruction and support. Pacific Hope Christian School has a clear vision to honour Christ in all its programs and practices.



Each staff member is a committed Christian and holds strongly to the belief that we are all created and loved by God.

A Pacific Group Teacher is a born-again Christian whose work is their worship. They develop strong relationships based on Chrisitan beliefs and values with the School community. They maintain a high standard of professionalism, both in the classroom and the wider community. They are required to implement the School's vision and mission and to be able to work collaboratively in a team, inspired by the Holy Spirit.

To be effective in this position you will:

- Demonstrate a commitment to the pastoral care of students
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
- Ability to organise and direct teaching support staff
- Sound technology skills
- Be committed to your own qualified learning and growth

As part of your application, please complete this application form: PHoCS Application Form

To be considered for this role, you must upload a completed copy of this application form into the 'Other Documents' section, along with all other documents requested. Please check you have uploaded all the required documents or made a note of missing documents, before pressing submit.

As a Teacher you are responsible for:

- Creating a positive learning environment which stimulates learning and promotes excellence where students are both challenged and supported




- Actively engaging in opportunities to teach Christianity whilst maintaining good classroom management skills
- Attending to the Curriculum, Assessment, Evaluation, and Reporting expectations outlined by the school
- Attending to the pastoral care and wellbeing of students and staff that exemplifies the mark of a Christian
- Actively engaging in Professional Development in accordance with School and Government guidelines
- Adhering to additional professional expectations that are required for teaching staff

As a valued member of our community you will:

- Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian community
- Share in daily devotions as a staff
- Access career growth & development
- Have Global Mission opportunities
- Have access to an on-site cafe and canteen
- Accessibility to AISNSW's Fitness Passport Program

The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment. Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential. Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.

For further information, please contact the HR Department by email [email protected], referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Pacific Hope Christian School is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.

Candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act and provide their NESA Accreditation Number for verification.

📌 Special Education Teacher (Tweed Heads)
🏢 Pacific Hope Christian School
📍 Tweed Heads