Secondary Science Teacher and Curriculum Coordinator • 0 of 15 filled

Seventh-day Adventist Schools (NNSW) Limited is seeking a full-time Secondary Science Teacher and Curriculum Coordinator at Kempsey Adventist School, commencing January 2027. Combine engaging classroom teaching with leadership of Science curriculum, supporting colleagues and strengthening student learning.

Kempsey Adventist School (KAS) is seeking a full-time Secondary Science Teacher and Curriculum Coordinator, commencing January 2027.

This role combines a secondary Science teaching load with coordination of the Science curriculum across the department. You will deliver engaging learning aligned with NSW Science syllabuses, encouraging curiosity, critical thinking and scientific inquiry.

As Curriculum Coordinator, you will coordinate curriculum programs, support colleagues and lead improvements in teaching and assessment. You will work collaboratively to strengthen curriculum planning, share effective teaching practices and support consistent approaches to student learning.

In the classroom, you will differentiate teaching to meet diverse learning needs, use assessment and feedback to guide progress, and build positive relationships with students and families. You will contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where students can develop confidence and achieve their potential.

This position offers an opportunity to combine classroom teaching and curriculum leadership while contributing to the mission and ethos of Adventist education.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Commitment to Adventist Education’s purpose and ethos and the Church’s Statements of Belief.
• Relevant teaching qualifications, current NESA accreditation and knowledge of NSW Science syllabuses.
• Effective curriculum planning, teaching, assessment and reporting.
• Capacity to coordinate Science programs, support colleagues and lead improvement.
• Ability to differentiate learning and implement adjustments.
• Positive relationships, classroom management and constructive family partnerships.
• Initiative, collaboration and commitment to professional learning.
• 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 and applicants who cannot shoe being legally able to work in Australia will not be considered. 

Kempsey Adventist School is committed to child safety, cultural safety, participation and empowerment for all children, including those with disability or additional needs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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

Expressions of interest

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, and the Coordinator Positions Policy.