Hunter Valley Grammar School – Maitland NSW

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley on 32 acres of green space, Hunter Valley Grammar School (HVGS) is an independent, non-selective, secular, coeducational day school for students from Preschool to Year 12.

Our innovative curriculum and co-curriculum activities foster curiosity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurialism, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow's workplaces.

About Us

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley on 32 acres of green space, Hunter Valley Grammar School (HVGS) is an independent, non-selective, secular, coeducational day school for students from Preschool to Year 12.

Our innovative curriculum and co-curriculum activities foster curiosity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurialism, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow's workplaces.

About the Role

Hunter Valley Grammar School seeks to appoint a fixed term full-time Classroom Teacher Science, commencing in January 2027 for the 2027 school year.

We are seeking applicants with experience or capacity to teach Year’s 7-12 Science, either Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Earth and Environmental Science at Stage 6 level, HSC or DP. Knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and/or a willingness to undertake Professional Learning to teach the IB MYP is expected.

Work Pattern: This position is to be on campus from 8:00 am until at least 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday each school day in accordance with the published term dates. Staff meetings and other avenues for collaboration require attendance beyond 4:00pm.

Key Duties

- Teach a full load of classes as determined by the applicable timetable.





- Be proactive in providing an academically challenging, stimulating and safe environment where students are enthused about their studies.

- Foster a commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration and sharing of knowledge and information with colleagues.

- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders.

- Display a solid dedication to customer service.

- Engage actively in the wellbeing program of the School, including taking a Mentor Group each morning and for scheduled wellbeing lessons (2 periods in a 10 day cycle), contribute to wellbeing reporting, monitoring/mentoring of student development etc.

- Actively support student engagement in service-learning program(s) of the School, both within the classroom and beyond it.

- Applicants should be prepared to make a contribution to the School’s co-curricular program in area(s) of interest or expertise.

- Attend all identified assemblies, carnivals, meetings and Professional Learning days as scheduled.

- Attend Parent/Teacher evenings, presentation ceremonies and other school functions as determined by the Principal, some which are outside of normal hours.

- Actively support and demonstrate proficiency in the use of the School’s Learning Management System as associated programmes (e.g. TASS,



Microsoft Teams/OneNote, Toddle).

- Have an active Professional Learning Plan and attend all required Professional Learning sessions etc.

- Attend an annual school camp; which generally occur during term time and require some nights away.

- Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to the School's business.

- Any other duties as directed by the Principal.

About You

- Appropriate educational qualifications/Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject area, and current NESA registration.

- Demonstrated experience in, or an understanding of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP)/willingness to engage in provided Professional Learning in the IB.

- Ability to teach 7-12 Science and a capacity to contribute to STEM based activities in the faculty.

- Demonstrated capacity to inspire young learners, possessing a commitment to learning and a passion for teaching.

- A high level of interpersonal skills, a willingness to be an active team member and contribute to the Faculty.

- A demonstrated clarity of educational purpose, vision, and engagement with our School Values.

- Ensure teaching practice continues to meet the NESA Standards for Teacher Accreditation at the relevant level by performing a range of professional activities as part of ongoing practice.

- Demonstrate a commitment to completing the required minimum hours of Professional Learning (including the specified hours of NESA Registered PD).

- Manage one’s own annual accreditation requirements including fee payment and maintenance of a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance.

📌 Classroom Teacher (Maitland)
🏢 Hunter Valley Grammar School
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