Drama Teacher (Years 7–12, Including ATAR Drama)

0.6–0.8 FTE Ongoing Position | Commencing Term 1, 2027

Potential Head of Learning Area (Visual and Performing Arts) Opportunity Available (0.2 FTE)

About the School and the Role

Carmel School is a co-educational Jewish day school in Dianella that consistently ranks among Western Australia's top-performing schools in WACE examinations. We are proud of our strong academic culture, supportive community, and commitment to developing confident, capable and compassionate young people.

Our staff enjoy a collaborative and professional environment, and our students are respectful, engaged and motivated learners who value both academic achievement and personal growth.

Carmel has a vibrant Drama program, including Year 11 and 12 ATAR Drama, regular performance opportunities, a biennial School Musical and School Play, and a strong culture of student participation in the Performing Arts.

You do not need to be Jewish to work at Carmel School; however, applicants should be supportive of the values and ethos of the School.

We are seeking an outstanding and passionate Drama teacher to join our Secondary School team from Term 1, 2027.

This ongoing position is approximately 0.6–0.8 FTE and includes teaching Drama from Years 7–12, including Year 11 and 12 ATAR Drama. The ability to teach a second learning area, such as English, HASS, Mathematics or Science, may provide opportunities to increase the teaching load towards full-time.

For an experienced leader,



the opportunity exists to combine this teaching position with the role of Head of Learning Area (Visual and Performing Arts), attracting an additional 0.2 FTE leadership allocation.

Applications should include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and the contact details of two professional referees.

Applications close 9.00am Wednesday, 4 November.

Please direct enquiries to:

Mr Chris Quelch
Head of Secondary School
••••@carmel.wa.edu.au

Carmel School reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date.

All Carmel School staff are required to abide by the School's Code of Conduct and Child Safe policies.

Key Responsibilities

- Teach Drama across Years 7–12, including Year 11 and 12 ATAR Drama.

- Develop and deliver engaging, contemporary and academically rigorous learning programs.

- Foster a positive, inclusive and productive classroom environment.

- Provide high-quality assessment, feedback and reporting to students and families.

- Contribute to the ongoing development of Carmel's Drama curriculum and Performing Arts program.

- Lead or support the biennial School Musical and School Play.

- Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student wellbeing and achievement.





- Participate actively in the co-curricular and community life of the School.

Essential Criteria

- Relevant teaching qualification.

- Current Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA) registration.

- Current Working with Children Check, or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement.

- Experience teaching Drama across Years 7–12.

- Demonstrated success teaching Year 11 and 12 ATAR Drama.

- Solid classroom management and pastoral care skills.

- Commitment to collaboration, continuous improvement and professional growth.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Criteria

- Experience directing school productions, musicals or performance events.

- Experience leading a learning area, faculty or department.

- Ability to teach a second learning area.

- Experience with technical theatre, production management or performance direction.

- Experience mentoring staff or contributing to curriculum development.

Benefits and Opportunities

- Small class sizes.

- High-achieving, respectful and engaged students.

- Strong culture of academic excellence and continuous improvement.

- Additional DOTT allocation.

- Generous professional learning opportunities.

- Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

- Supportive and collaborative staff culture.

- Opportunity to contribute to a flourishing Performing Arts program.

- Leadership opportunities for suitable candidates.

Join a welcoming school community where excellence is valued, relationships matter, and students are inspired to achieve their best.

📌 Drama Teacher (Dianella)
🏢 Carmel School
📍 Dianella