Location: Scotch Oakburn College, Penquite Campus, Launceston

Job Category: Teacher - Secondary

The College:
Scotch Oakburn College is an independent, open entry day and boarding school of approximately 1,300 students from Early Learning through to Year 12, in association with the Uniting Church in Australia. Through the provision of academic, pastoral, and co-curricular programs, the College provides a holistic education designed to prepare students for their future.

Our College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Job Description

Scotch Oakburn College is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Teacher in the Creative Design Industries department. This full-time position is based at Scotch Oakburn College, Penquite Campus in Launceston for Term 1, 2027. As an Applied Technology teacher, you will be responsible for:

- Planning and delivering engaging and innovative lessons to secondary students in the field of Applied Technology.
- Developing and implementing a dynamic curriculum that aligns with industry standards and fosters creativity and critical thinking.
- Providing individualised support to students to enhance their skills in various aspects of design, including woodwork, metalwork, Housing & Design, Design & Production.
- Assessing student progress through diverse formative and summative methods,



providing constructive feedback to support their growth.
- Collaborating with colleagues to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities that integrate creative design concepts across subject areas.
- Maintaining a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that values diversity and encourages exploration of different design perspectives.
- Participating in professional development activities to stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in the field of Applied Technology education.

The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, a genuine enthusiasm for nurturing students’ creativity, and a commitment to fostering an environment where students can thrive as aspiring designers and creators. This maximum term position offers an exciting chance to contribute to the vibrant learning community at Scotch Oakburn College while making a meaningful impact on young minds passionate about Applied Technology.

- Applied Technology education program design, planning and delivery,
- Upholding behavioural and learning expectations for students, and
- Collaborating effectively within dynamic team-based environments.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of:

- Teaching and learning pedagogy and pastoral welfare, and

Current safety, compliance and risk management practices related to Applied Technology education.

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📌 Teacher - Applied Technology (Tasmania)
🏢 Scotch Oakburn College
📍 Tasmania