<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, OAGS was acquired by the Anglican Schools Corporation in 2013. The School 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 English 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 English 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>Preparing students for national testing and competitions&nbsp;</li> <li>Representing the School in the local community and participation in relevant professional associations.&nbsp;</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>Participate in pastoral care, wellbeing, and co-curricular programs.</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>Current NSW Working with Children Check (or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement).</li> <li>Demonstrated interest in working with young people and ability to relate to young people in a positive, respectful and supportive manner.</li> <li>Demonstrate 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>&nbsp; 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>&nbsp; A cover letter addressing the candidate overview (no more than two pages)</li> <li>&nbsp; A Curriculum Vitae (no more than five pages)</li> <li>&nbsp;Three referees, one of whom should be your Church Minister or Pastor</li> <li>&nbsp;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=HSIE%20Teacher%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29?subject=English%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 30 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>