English Teacher

Since 1887, Kambala has played a pivotal role in shaping the lives of girls, from their earliest years to their final exams and well beyond.  A consistently high-performing school that offers both HSC and International Baccalaureate pathways, we are fiercely proud to be at the forefront of girls-only education, leveraging both local and global partnerships to provide unparalleled opportunities to our students.

We are specialists in uplifting young women: every aspect of our teaching and learning is tailored for them, and every program for wellbeing, health development, leadership and learning caters to their specific needs.

Our purpose is to instill unwavering courage and curiosity to educate young women of ambition, integrity and consequence.  To us, every student is remarkable in the making.

The role:

Applications are invited from highly qualified English teachers with expertise in the below subject areas. This is a permanent full time role commencing Term 1, 2027.

• English - Extension 1 & 2
• English - Standard and Advanced
• English - Stages 4-5
• IB English (not essential)

Read more about the success of Kambala's English department.

The ideal candidate:

• NESA-accredited to teach in NSW.
• Relevant post-graduate qualifications in English / English Literature preferred.
• Extensive specialisation in the required subject areas, with at least 5 years' experience teaching Stage 6 up to Extension 2 (IB experience highly regarded).
• Open-minded and forward-thinking in pedagogical and pastoral practice.
• A confident and communicative team player who makes a positive contribution to the life and culture of Kambala.

We offer:

• Competitive, above-agreement rates of pay.
• A beautiful harbourside location, easily accessible to Edgecliff station via AM/PM staff shuttle bus.
• Onsite carparking or unmetered local street parking.
• Daily hot & cold lunch menu at a nominal fee.
• Local, interstate, and international professional learning opportunities facilitated by KITE - the Kambala Institute of Teaching Excellence.
• Access to an array of providers including Fitness Passport, as well as events and activities run by the staff Social Committee.
• Discounted tuition and priority placement in our Early Learning Centre (from Nursery age).
• A diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is free to be their genuine and authentic self.