English History Secondary Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
English
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
16 October 2026
Posted 3 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Lorien Novalis School for Rudolf Steiner Education
School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
37.5
23.4 teaching · 14.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
238
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
33%
Girls vs boys
124 girls · 114 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
ENGLISH AND HISTORY TEACHER
Position: Secondary Teacher, 0.8-1.0
Independent schools NSW CMEA
Responsible to: Head of School
The School
Lorien Novalis Steiner School is situated in the Hills District of Sydney, nestled in over 6 hectares of lush bushland and landscaped gardens. The school has been offering a rich and creative Steiner curriculum for over 50 years and has built a strong reputation for diverse, experiential and engaging education.
The Position
This position is an opportunity for a creative and engaging high school English and History teacher to join a small school with a big heart. Working with the pedagogical indications of Rudolf Steiner and the Lorien Novalis School ethos, you will be part of a diverse teaching team. With generally small class sizes, you will understand the learning needs of your students and tailor your teaching to meet the requirements for mixed-ability cohorts. You will be an interested and active participant in the school community. There may be opportunities for attending class trips to exciting places for a wide range of outdoor experiences. You will be a team player who works harmoniously with your colleagues.
Both recent graduates and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
· Develop and maintain a nurturing, positive learning environment
· Program and deliver the Stages 4-6 English Curriculum and the Stages 4-5 History Curriculum
· Regularly review effective teaching/learning and assessment programs that meet the requirements of both Steiner education and NESA, as well as the individu…