Teachers - English & HASS

Teacher – English

Teacher – Humanities & Social Sciences

Middle and Senior School

Full Time, Fixed Term – 12 months, with likelihood of extension

Commencing: January 2027

St Hilda's School invites applications from experienced and dynamic educators to join our middle and senior school team. We are currently recruiting for two middle and senior teaching positions:

Teacher – English
We are seeking a passionate and accomplished English teacher able to teach across the middle and senior school with the ability to teach senior literature to Years 11 and 12. We are looking for a teacher who brings depth of subject knowledge, a genuine love of texts, and the ability to foster sophisticated critical thinking and confident, articulate voices in our students.

Teacher – Humanities and Social Sciences
We are seeking a versatile and engaging Humanities and Social Sciences teacher to contribute to our HASS program across the middle and senior years, with a particular emphasis on junior HASS. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, collaborative, and eager to bring the breadth of the humanities to life in the classroom.

About Us

Located on Queensland’s Gold Coast, we are one of Australia’s leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls’ education and world class facilities, St Hilda’s School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement, grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.

As an all-girls school we passionately believe every opportunity is designed with the girls in mind, fostering leadership, innovation and confidence so that our girls don’t just imagine their future, they lead it.

About the Position

As a Teacher at St Hilda’s School, you will create an engaging and supportive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, critical thinking, and personal growth among students. These roles involve developing and delivering curriculum-aligned instruction in accordance with QCAA and Australian Standards, using data informed practices to assess student progress, providing differentiated learning experiences that meet students at their current academic level, and fostering positive relationships that encourage student success both academically, socially and personally for each student.

About You

1.  Teaching Excellence

• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that meets diverse learning needs
• Strong knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and evidence-based teaching practices
• Proven track record of achieving excellent academic outcomes
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing innovative unit and lesson plans aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

2.  Understanding of Girls' Education

• Deep understanding of how girls learn and develop across different age groups
• Ability to foster confidence, resilience, and leadership in female students
• Knowledge of research-based approaches to girls' education and empowerment
• Commitment to broadening girls' aspirations.

3.  Professional Skills

• Excellent classroom management and organisational abilities
• Strong communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms
• High level of ability to assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.

4.  Personal Attributes

• Genuine passion for educating and mentoring young women
• High professional and ethical standards
• Collaborative team player who contributes to school community
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflection.

 

Why Join St Hilda’s School?

Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer on-site parking staff use of the school gym, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities.

As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values, and Anglican Ethos of the School.

The successful applicant must hold a current Queensland College of Teachers registration and be willing to have their name submitted to the Anglican Church’s Professional Standards Register.

Application Requirements

Please submit the following:

1. A one to two page A4 written response (size 12 font) outlining which role you are applying for, your suitability for the role, and specifically including your teaching experience (subject areas, length of time and year levels)
2. A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact details for two professional referees

Applications should be submitted by 8.00am Monday 16 November 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hilda’s School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Please apply early!

Any questions about the position should be directed to Human Resources at employment@sthildas.qld.edu or 5532 4922. Applications are to be submitted through the online recruitment platforms and not emailed directly.