About this job
- We are seeking a Chinese Language Teacher to join the Senior School team
- Term 1, 2025 non-ongoing part-time contract
- Elevate your career at CGS
About the Role
The School is seeking to appoint an inspirational and collaborative teacher of Chinese language who will assist the School in its quest for excellence in learning and teaching.
The Chinese language teacher will guide students through the intricacies of Chinese, aligning with both the Australian curriculum for Years 7 to 10 and the MYP framework. The educator will facilitate students’ understanding of multimodal texts, fostering their ability to engage with both traditional and simplified characters. Assessments will range from written exercises demonstrating linguistic competence to oral presentations that showcase cultural understanding.
About You
You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:
- Experience teaching Chinese Language in a similar environment
- Proven passion for the learning and holistic development of students in and beyond the classroom
- Proven experience of modelling outstanding teaching practice in and beyond the classroom
- Proven subject expertise and the ability to teach inclusively across a broad age and ability range
- Proven commitment to collaborative professional engagement and professional learning
- Experience of, or willingness to train for, teaching the Australian Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (MYP and DP)
- Enthusiastic commitment to participating in the School’s pastoral and co-curricular program
- Clear commitment to respecting the School’s Anglican ethos and spirit of inclusion
- Firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All team members at CGS are required to have:
- Appropriate qualifications
- A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
- A current National Police Check; and
- Full working rights within Australia.
Benefits for you
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:
- A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 13% (for permanent team members)
- Staff awards program and generous professional development funding
- Attractive salary packaging arrangements
- Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
- Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
- Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
- School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
- Onsite parking
Working at CGS
We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.
We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.
How to Apply
Please visit cgs.act.edu.au/careers/ to access the position description and submit the following documents:
- Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
- Resume/CV
CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.
An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.