English Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
English
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
14 November 2026
Posted 16 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Canberra Grammar School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
330.7
176.1 teaching · 154.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
2,116
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
19%
Girls vs boys
904 girls · 1,212 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
- Inspire a love of language, literature and ideas
- Join a team of knowledgeable and collaborative educators
- Full-time, ongoing position at Canberra Grammar School
About the Role
Canberra Grammar School is seeking an experienced and engaging English Language and Literature Teacher who inspires curiosity, critical thinking and confident expression.
You will bring literature to life and help students develop their skills as thoughtful readers, purposeful writers and articulate communicators. Teaching across Years 7–12, you will contribute to excellence in curriculum planning, classroom practice and assessment, including Language and Literature within the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP).
Working alongside passionate colleagues, you will share ideas, contribute your subject expertise and create inclusive learning experiences that challenge and support students across a range of abilities.
Beyond the classroom, you will contribute to pastoral care, co-curricular opportunities and the broader life of the School, supporting students’ learning, wellbeing and personal growth.
About You
You are a qualified and enthusiastic educator with strong expertise in English Language and Literature and a commitment to helping every student thrive.
You will bring:
- The ability to teach English effectively across Years 7–12, adapting your approach to different learning needs and abilities.
- A passion for literature, language and the holistic development of young people.
- A record of outstanding teaching practice that engages, challenges and supports students.
- A collaborative …