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Classroom Teacher (Upper Primary/Middle School Core)

Location: Pedare Employment Type: FT - Full-Time Temporary Department: Middle School Teachers Closing Date: 29 Sep 2026

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About Pedare

Educating almost 1,200 students from Reception to Year 12, Pedare is an independent, co-educational Anglican and Uniting Church day school founded in 1986, situated at Golden Grove in the north-east of Adelaide.

We are committed to fostering partnerships with families that enable students to excel in their learning, develop a strong sense of self-worth, and build the skills to contribute to local and global communities.

The Opportunity

We're looking for several passionate and motivated Upper Primary Teachers to join our team for the 2027 school year on a 1.0 FTE, 12-month contract. You'll report to the Head of School and be dedicated to inspiring and engaging students throughout their learning journey.

The Role

- Have thorough knowledge of the subject matter to enable the course objectives to be taught
- Set programmes and lesson objectives based on the Australian curriculum
- Understanding of and experience in Guided Inquiry
- Give feedback to students, encourage and involve students in class to enable them to fulfil their potential
- Maintain control of class discipline to create appropriate work habits
- Use appropriate assessment items and accurately record all marks and results for student assessment
- Promote a trusting and caring approach within the classroom
- Ability to relate well to students, recognising both the pastoral and educative aspects of the student-teacher relationship




- Maintain an interest in the welfare of students and promote the wellbeing of students
- Some out of hours may be required due to role requirements
- Willingness to participate in extra curricular is required

What We Need

- A current South Australian Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN) certificate
- Current Teacher Registration Certificate in South Australia
- First Aid and CPR Certificate (preferred)
- Academic Transcripts and Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates, Statements of Service

All certificates and qualification(s) must be provided to the College prior to commencement of employment; and the College requires the applicant to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.

Our Culture

At Pedare we facilitate and nurture a vibrant, professional and collaborative workplace where everyone is welcomed, respected and included.

Your Advantages

- Purposeful, meaningful and rewarding work
- Not-for-profit salary packaging options (details via Maxxia)
- Free confidential counselling and support via our EAP program
- Ample staff carparking

Next Steps Applications, including a letter of application addressing the selection criteria, Curriculum Vitae and the names of three (3) professional referees should be received by 9am Tuesday, 29 September 2026 and be addressed to: Laura Smith, People and Culture Officer by clicking APPLY NOW. Only applications from suitably qualified teachers, registered (or able to be registered) in South Australia, will be considered.

📌 Classroom Teacher (Upper Primary/Middle School Core) (Adelaide)
🏢 Pedare Christian College
📍 Adelaide