Position Descriptor:
Wanted: Science Superstar & Middle School Mastermind
Science Teacher + Another Curriculum Area
Are you part educator, part mad scientist, and the kind of person who gets genuinely excited about a perfectly balanced chemical equation?
Balaklava High School wants YOU!
We're searching for a passionate Science teacher (with another curriculum area up their lab coat sleeve) to join our fantastic team.
Just 55 minutes from Adelaide, we've got brilliant students, supportive colleagues and modern facilities ? the perfect laboratory for your next teaching adventure!
If you can make cells as fascinating as Sheldon's whiteboard in The Big Bang Theory, test hypotheses like MythBusters, explore the unknown like Stranger Things, and teach genetics without accidentally creating Jurassic Park... you might just be our next Science superstar!
? Why Balaklava High?
? ? Curious students
? ? A supportive team with great chemistry
? ? Modern facilities and hands-on learning opportunities
? ? Leadership that champions innovation and professional growth
? ? Country lifestyle ? fresh air, no traffic and genuine community spirit
?? You'll Be...
? Bringing Science to life through experiments, discovery and the occasional controlled explosion (strictly metaphorical, WHS!)
? Inspiring curious minds, critical thinkers and future scientists
? Making biology, chemistry and physics more exciting than watching paint dry (which, technically, is chemistry!)
? Building positive relationships and inclusive learning environments




Whether you're a seasoned scientist or a fresh graduate ready to unleash your inner Bill Nye, we've got the perfect formula for your next career move!
? Lab coat on. ? Goggles ready. ? Bunsen burner lit (safely!).
Hit Apply ? and let's create some serious chemistry at Balaklava High School!
Warning: Side effects may include excessive enthusiasm, qualified growth and uncontrollable science puns.
? When applying, please submit your resume and responses to the questions below:
1. Provide an example of when you have actively created working relationships that resulted in you connecting with colleagues, sharing practices, and learning from one another to support your learners to thrive.
2. Explain a time where you empowered your learners, giving them agency to shape a learning experience. What was the outcome?
3. Why Balaklava High School? What are you going to bring to our learning community to inspire and thrive?

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Site:

Balaklava High School

Local Partnership:

Lower Mid North

Tenure:

21/01/2027 to 26/01/2028

Fraction of time:

1.0

Subject:

Science to Year 10

Subject:

Middle School to Year 9

Conditions:

$84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions

School Website:

http://www.balakhs.sa.edu.au

Eligibility and Application Instructions

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

📌 TEMPORARY TEACHER - BALAKLAVA HS - SCIENCE / ANOTHER CURRICULUM AREA
🏢 Department For Education, South Australia
📍 Balaklava