The College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English Teacher for a temporary 12-month appointment in 2027.

Within the English department, language and literature are seen to be at the heart of a sound liberal education. Great emphasis is placed on developing skills in, and a love for, English. Canonical, diverse, and contemporary literature are explored across the English program, with opportunities for class-based patterns of study. Teachers are expected to teach writing in both embedded and direct ways, and there is a solid and sustained Wide Reading Program in place from Years 7 to 10.

Our students enjoy the rigour of studying English. The College offers Senior students the option of either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC), and our student enrolment in English Extension 1 and 2 has grown significantly in the past three years. Additionally, from 2024, Year 10 students have the option to study IGCSE Literature in English.

At Newington, there is an emphasis on critical and creative thinking, where teachers look to build positive classroom environments that foster a passion for the subject. The English Department is inspired by high-quality and high-impact teaching and learning and engages in ongoing professional learning and growth.

About You

- have appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications relevant to the position
- be a dynamic and effective classroom practitioner
- ability to differentiate instruction and cater for a range of learning abilities and needs
- have a thorough understanding of the learning process, including the role of assessment and feedback
- work effectively as a member of a team




- be personally committed to learning and professional growth
- have a strong work ethic
- possess strong ICT competencies
- show a genuine appreciation and commitment to pastoral care
- participate in the College's co-curricular program
- understand and adhere to the College's Child Safeguarding policies and practices
- contribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington.

About the Role

The College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English Teacher for a temporary 12-month appointment in 2027.

Within the English department, language and literature are seen to be at the heart of a sound liberal education. Great emphasis is placed on developing skills in, and a love for, English. Canonical, diverse, and contemporary literature are explored across the English program, with opportunities for class-based patterns of study. Teachers are expected to teach writing in both embedded and direct ways, and there is a strong and sustained Wide Reading Program in place from Years 7 to 10.

Our students enjoy the rigour of studying English. The College offers Senior students the option of either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC),



and our student enrolment in English Extension 1 and 2 has grown significantly in the past three years. Additionally, from 2024, Year 10 students have the option to study IGCSE Literature in English.

At Newington, there is an emphasis on critical and creative thinking, where teachers look to build positive classroom environments that foster a passion for the subject. The English Department is inspired by high-quality and high-impact teaching and learning and engages in ongoing professional learning and growth.

About You

- have appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications relevant to the position
- be a dynamic and effective classroom practitioner
- ability to differentiate instruction and cater for a range of learning abilities and needs
- have a thorough understanding of the learning process, including the role of assessment and feedback
- work effectively as a member of a team
- be personally committed to learning and professional growth
- have a strong work ethic
- possess strong ICT competencies
- show a genuine appreciation and commitment to pastoral care
- participate in the College's co-curricular program
- understand and adhere to the College's Child Safeguarding policies and practices
- contribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington.

It is recommended that you use this information, the information contained on the College website and your own initiative to present a curriculum vitae that reflects you, your career to date and your priorities.

Short-listed applicants may be required to undertake a demonstration lesson as part of the selection process.

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📌 English Teacher (Sydney)
🏢 Newington College
📍 Sydney