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WORK AT SHEARWATER
To apply for an advertised position please forward:
- Cover letter, clearly outlining which position you are applying for and how you meet all the requirements of the role to employment@shearwater.nsw.edu.au
- Current CV detailing your qualifications and experience;
- Evidence of relevant qualifications and certifications;
- Names and contact details of three professional referees, one should be a direct manager and, for teachers, one should be a Head of School or Principal. Referees will only be contacted for preferred candidates following an interview and applicants will be notified before proceeding.
All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
WORK AT SHEARWATER
Positions available
High School English Teacher part time
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (0.7FTE)
Term of Contract: Temporary to January 2027 with the possibility of ongoing work in 2027
Commencement: Term 3, 2026
Remuneration: In line with Independent Schools (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025
Shearwater is currently seeking an experienced High School English Teacher who has Senior Standard and Advanced English experience. It would be desirable to have HSC and Sports (PDHPE) experience as well.
You would be joining a collective of teachers dedicated to providing an imaginative approach to teaching and learning based on Steiner’s pedagogical insights, within a dynamic and progressive Steiner educational environment.
Ideal candidates will be inspired by Steiner education and dedicated to continuous improvement and reflective practices. Candidates must hold relevant teaching qualifications and experience and a NESA accreditation. While Steiner experience or qualifications are not essential, a willingness to learn is required. Support and guidance will be provided to successful candidates without a Steiner background.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check as required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012
We will be assessing applications as they are received, and an appointment may be made sooner, however applications will close at 9am on Friday 29 May 2026.
Casual Strings Specialists
Employment Type: Casual
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025
Shearwater is currently seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from enthusiastic and skilled Strings Specialists to join our music team on a casual basis.
Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School has a well established Primary Strings Program, where all children in classes 3, 4, 5 and 6 will learn to play a stringed instrument and participate in class ensembles. The Strings Program aims to provide an inspiring and engaging program, integrated with the Primary School curriculum. The inclusion of student string performances is a key element to many School events and festivals.
The Strings Specialist provides small group lessons on a weekly basis for up to 3 students in violin or cello.
