Senior School Mathematics Teacher (Term Contract) • 0 of 15 filled

Seventh-day Adventist Schools (NNSW) Limited is seeking a dedicated and passionate Secondary Mathematics Teacher to join Macquarie College’s Senior School. This full-time leave replacement position for Term 4, 2026 only, providing an opportunity to inspire students and contribute to a supportive Christian learning community.

Macquarie College (MC) is a Preschool to Year 12 independent school owned and operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Located on the border of Wallsend and Elermore Vale in Newcastle, the College has a history of providing quality Christian education for over 120 years.

Grounded in its Adventist mission, MC provides opportunities for students to know Christ, develop their full potential and cultivate a love of learning.

We are seeking a Mathematics Teacher who can make mathematical concepts accessible, engaging and relevant, including teaching Stage 6 Mathematics. You will plan and deliver learning aligned with NESA requirements, build students’ confidence in mathematics, and develop their reasoning and problem-solving skills.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Understanding of and commitment to the purpose and ethos of Adventist Education and the Church’s Statements of Belief.
• Relevant teaching qualifications, current NESA accreditation and sound knowledge of secondary Mathematics syllabuses, including Stage 6. Experience teaching Stage 6 Mathematics is desirable.
• Effective classroom teaching, curriculum planning, assessment and reporting practices aligned with NESA requirements.
• Ability to engage students in mathematics and differentiate teaching to support diverse learning needs.
• A student-focused approach that builds positive relationships and a safe, supportive and inclusive classroom.
• Strong communication skills and constructive partnerships with students, families and colleagues.
• Initiative, collaboration and commitment to professional learning, reflection and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to child safety, including children’s rights to respect, inclusion and empowerment.
• We are a child-safe organisation committed to protecting children's rights to safety, respect, inclusion, and empowerment. All applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check and be willing to complete mandatory safeguarding training before working with children.
• Legally able to work in Australia. This position is not linked to a sponsorship visa.

Macquarie College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to an environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe. See our Child Protection Policy and other policies.

Only those with a legal right to work in Australia may apply, and the appointing body reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion and to close applications early.

Please send applications to HR Manager Mr Jamie Roan at [email protected]. Include a supporting statement addressing the essential and desirable criteria in the position description, a CV outlining qualifications and experience, and contact details for three referees.

Salary Range

Salary will be in accordance with the applicable Teachers Enterprise Agreement.