Senior School Science Teacher
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 6 November 2026
Orange Anglican Grammar School is seeking a Senior School Science Teacher to deliver NESA 7-12 curriculum, with preferred experience in Stage 6 Chemistry and/or Physics.
<p><strong>About us</strong></p>
<p>Located three hours from Sydney and nestled in the heart of the wine and food region of Orange NSW, Orange Anglican Grammar School seeks to ensure every child's unique potential is recognised and nurtured. Established in 2007 and acquired by the Anglican Schools Corporation in 2013, the School has grown steadily and now has over 800 students from Pre-K to Year 12. As part of the Anglican Schools Corporation, Orange Anglican Grammar School seeks to deliver affordable high-quality education, shaped by the Bible, to local families. The School is committed to providing excellence in education and opportunities for every individual student to succeed academically and in the cultural life of the school in the context of the School's commitment to the teachings of the Christian faith.</p>
<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>
<p>The Senior School Science Teacher is responsible for providing students with appropriate curriculum and holistic support through effective teaching strategies, learning programs, assessment/reporting systems, welfare/behaviour management, and appropriate extra-curricular activities. Reporting directly to the Science Faculty Co-ordinator, the role works alongside highly competent, experienced, and enthusiastic staff within the NESA 7-12 Curriculum Framework.</p>
<p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate and promote excellence in classroom teaching.</li>
<li>Utilise a variety of teaching and learning techniques to extend and provide for students according to their individual gifts and ambitions.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.</li>
<li>Create teaching programs, including assessment plans for each class.</li>
<li>Contribute to the evaluation, development and implementation of curriculum.</li>
<li>Adhere to the School's assessment schedule, conventions and deadlines.</li>
<li>Initiate contact with parents, as appropriate, concerning the student's academic progress and behaviour.</li>
<li>Record, monitor, and review consultations and adjustments undertaken for students with disabilities in accordance with School expectations.</li>
<li>Integrate ICT into teaching and learning (utilising tools such as CANVAS, Google, Edumate, etc.).</li>
<li>Maintain currency with educational literature and research to ensure contemporary educational pedagogy and practices are constantly evaluated and utilised.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About you</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Undergraduate Degree and/or Teaching qualification.</li>
<li>NESA Accreditation currency (Conditional/Provisional, Proficient, or Experienced Teacher).</li>
<li>Demonstrated interest in working with young people and an ability to relate to young people in a positive, respectful and supportive manner.</li>
<li>Preferred experience teaching HSC Chemistry, Physics, or combinations of Stage 6 courses (new graduates are also encouraged to apply).</li>
<li>Demonstrate a personal commitment to the Christian faith through regular church attendance.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrate flexibility, reliability, and approachability.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Interested applicants should submit the following:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li> A completed Application for Employment form accessed from <a href="https://www.oags.nsw.edu.au" rel="nofollow"><strong>www.oags.nsw.edu.au</strong></a></li>
<li> A cover letter addressing the candidate overview (no more than two pages)</li>
<li> A Curriculum Vitae (no more than five pages)</li>
<li> Three referees, one of whom should be your Church Minister or Pastor</li>
<li> Copies of qualifications</li>
</ul>
<p>Applications should be addressed to David Smith, Interim Principal and submitted by email to <a href="mailto:employment@oags.nsw.edu.au?subject=Senior%20School%20Science%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong>employment@oags.nsw.edu.au</strong></a> as one PDF file saved as applicant's full name.</p>
<p>Applications close 6 November 2026 at 4:00am. <strong>Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</strong></p>
<p>A more detailed position description can be found on our website.</p>
<p>The School will interview upon receipt of suitable applications and reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. At Orange Anglican Grammar School, we are deeply committed to providing a child-safe environment in line with the highest standards. We are a Child Safe Organisation and all staff members are required to adhere to relevant Child Safe legislation and to consistently implement the school's Child Safe policies and procedures. All employees must have a valid Working with Children Check.</p>