<p><strong>Primary School Teacher</strong></p> <p><strong>Class One</strong></p> <p><strong>Commencement in Term 1, 2027</strong></p> <p><strong>(Term 4, 2026 start date may be negotiated)</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Lorien Novalis Steiner School is inviting applications for the position of Class One Teacher to guide children through Primary School to Class Seven.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Nestled in lush bushlands and landscaped gardens in Dural, we have been offering a holistic well-established Steiner curriculum for over 50 years and have built a strong reputation for creative and engaging education.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>We seek an enthusiastic teacher who has taught in a Steiner school or has training in Steiner Education and is willing to work with the pedagogical indications of Rudolf Steiner and Lorien Novalis’ ethos.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>A class teacher in a Steiner primary school holds the unique and rewarding role of guiding a class through seven formative years, building a strong rapport with the children and their parents.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The teacher will work closely with colleagues, specialist teachers and leaders to deliver a learning program that provides a wide range of educational experiences in keeping with the school’s curriculum.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Desirable qualities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ability to create a nurturing learning environment.</li> <li>Passionate for storytelling as a form of teaching.</li> <li>Drawing on imaginative approaches to teaching academic subjects through inspiring methods to inspire a love of learning.</li> <li>·Talent in, or willingness to develop skills in, arts such as painting, drawing, speech, eurythmy, music and drama and using these to underpin lesson topics.</li> <li>Skills in soft and/or hard handcrafts.</li> <li>Ability to guide children in camping and outdoor activities as part of the outdoor education program.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities and Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A strong commitment to the principles and philosophy of Steiner Education, demonstrated through relevant experience and/or a willingness to engage in ongoing professional learning and development in Steiner Education.</li> <li>Involvement in specialised areas of the school’s cultural life (festivals, fairs, information and open days)</li> <li>Teach in accordance with the school’s curriculum.</li> <li>Work collegially and collaboratively with other teachers and staff as part of the vibrant learning community.</li> <li>Demonstrate a high level of oral and interpersonal skills, appreciating the importance of discretion, tact and confidentiality in dealing with staff, parents, students and the public at all levels.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Essential:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Qualifications and approval to teach in NSW with NESA accreditation.</li> <li>· Hold a current WWCC.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Please send applications in a single PDF to:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lara Terzian <a href="mailto:larat@lorien.nsw.edu.au?subject=Class%201%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">larat@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a></li> <li>Konrad Korobacz&nbsp; <a href="mailto:konradk@lorien.nsw.edu.au?subject=Class%201%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">konradk@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a></li> <li>Vivien Sievers <a href="mailto:vivients@lorien.nsw.edu.au?subject=Class%201%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">vivients@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Your application should consist of:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A covering letter outlining details relevant to this role.</li> <li>Information about knowledge and/or experience in Steiner Education .</li> <li>Current CV.</li> <li>Two professional references.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For initial and confidential enquiries about the position, please call</p> <p>Lara Terzian on 02 9658 0700.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications will remain open until 20 July 2026; however, early applications are encouraged as interviews may commence prior to this date.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Lorien Novalis Steiner School</p> <p>656-658 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158</p> <p>Instagram &amp; Facebook: @loriennovalis</p>