High School English Teacher

High School English Teacher

International Grammar School (see more jobs from this school)

ULTIMO, NSW

Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: English

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 17 April 2026

Our vibrant School is seeking a High School English Teacher on a full-time temporary basis to commence from Term 2 2026

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, secular school offering quality teaching from Preschool to Year 12. Our unique multilingual language program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

We are seeking a qualified and passionate High School English teacher commencing on a full-time temporary basis from Term 3 2026 to the end of Term 4 2026, to replace a teacher who is on leave.

The successful applicant will have the capacity to inspire in their students a love of learning and to implement differentiation strategies, and integrate technology in the classroom, to create authentic and meaningful learning experiences. Experience teaching English Advanced and English Extension would be highly regarded.

We are a child safe organisation and are committed to meeting Child Safe Standards and maintaining a child-safe environment.

Benefits:

In return for your skills and experience you will:

• Work in an English faculty of well-trained, dynamic, growth-oriented and high performing teachers
• Participate in regular high-quality training and professional development days at the commencement of each school term
• Enjoy a vibrant school community with various cultural events and language immersion opportunities.
• Benefit from mentoring and support for career advancement within the faculty.
• Opportunities for professional development and time dedicated to the preparation of engaging learning experiences
• Experience and enjoy access to an incredible range of facilities, including the Bibliothèque and the School’s Kangaroo Valley Campus.
• Have access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to our Fitness Passport program
• Discounted parking at Broadway shopping centre.

Application Details:

To apply please:

• address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:

• a succinct Cover Letter, 1 page, addressing the teaching position requirements
• your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications
• the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer.

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

• your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth
• copies of related academic qualifications and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated
• proof of identity will be required
• as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.
• NESA Accreditation number and details
• NESA Summary Statement

Closing Date:  COB, Friday 17 April 2026

• Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.  Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
• Applications received after the closing date may not be accepted.
• IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.

International Grammar School (see more jobs from this school)

ULTIMO, NSW

http://www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au

Principal:
Shauna Colnan

Affiliation: None

Teaching Level: Combined

Gender: Coed

1300 Students

130 Teaching
Staff

37
Non-Teaching Staff

International Grammar School (IGS) is a vibrant, secular, coeducational school situated across five sites in Ultimo and Glebe. There are 1300 students from Preschool to Year 12 being educated in a unique bilingual environment.