Job Description

Mathematics and Science Teacher

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Location: Pedare Employment Type: CO - Contract Department: Senior School Teachers Closing Date: 06 Oct 2026

About Pedare n

Catering for 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.

The Opportunity n

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic Mathematics and Science Teacher (Years 9–11) to join our collaborative team on a 0.6 FTE contract for Term 1, 2027.

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If you have a genuine understanding of the needs of young people and a passion for teamwork, we want to hear from you.

The Role n

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- Designing and implementing engaging lesson objectives and programs aligned with ACARA and SACE guidelines.
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- Creating effective assessment tasks, providing prompt and constructive feedback to students, and maintaining accurate grading records.
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- Fostering a trusting, caring, and inclusive classroom environment where students feel empowered to reach their full potential.
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- Balancing rigorous academic instruction with strong pastoral care, actively promoting student welfare and wellbeing.
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- Staying up-to-date with current pedagogy, educational trends, and subject-matter developments.
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- Proven experience teaching Mathematics and Science at the Middle and Senior School level.
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- A deep understanding of the ACARA and SACE curriculum and modern pedagogical practices.
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- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to relate exceptionally well to young people.
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- A collaborative spirit, ready to work seamlessly within a dedicated teaching team.
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- The flexibility to participate in occasional out-of-hours school requirements.
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- The ability or willingness to teach in other curriculum areas is highly regarded.
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What We Need nn
- A current South Australian Working with Children Check (WWCC)
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- A current Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN) certificate
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- A current Teacher Registration Certificate in South Australia
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- First Aid and CPR Certificate (preferred)Academic Transcripts and Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates
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All certificates and qualifications must be provided to the College prior to commencement of employment; and the College requests the applicant to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.

Our Culture n

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

Benefits n

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- Purposeful, meaningful and rewarding work
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- Not-for-profit salary packaging options (details via Maxxia)
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- Free confidential counselling and support via our EAP program
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- Ample staff carparking
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Applications should be received by 9am, Tuesday 6 October 2026.

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Only applications from suitably qualified teachers, registered, or able to be registered, in South Australia will be considered.

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📌 Mathematics and Science Teacher (Adelaide)
🏢 Pedare Christian College
📍 Adelaide