<p><strong>Primary School Teacher</strong></p> <p><strong>Class Five</strong></p> <p><strong>Commencement in Term 1, 2027&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>(Term 4, 2026 start date may be negotiated)</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Lorien Novalis Steiner School is inviting applications for the position of Class Five Teacher to guide children through 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>The class has benefitted from a firm foundation of four years with an experienced and competent class teacher. This position calls for a teacher to take on the remaining years of Primary school.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>We seek someone 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>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.&nbsp;</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>Applications to include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Cover letter addressing the selection criteria</li> <li>Resume outlining qualifications and employment experience.</li> <li>Qualification documents</li> <li>Two references</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Please contact Lara on 02 9558 0700 if you have any further queries or would like a conversation about the position.</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><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%205%20Primary%20School%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">larat@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a></li> <li>Konrad Korobacz&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:konradk@lorien.nsw.edu.au?subject=Class%205%20Primary%20School%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>konradk@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=Class%205%20Primary%20School%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:konradk@lorien.nsw.edu.au?subject=Class%205%20Primary%20School%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">konradk@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a></li> <li>Vivien Sievers <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:vivients@lorien.nsw.edu.au?subject=Class%205%20Primary%20School%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>vivients@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=Class%205%20Primary%20School%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:vivients@lorien.nsw.edu.au?subject=Class%205%20Primary%20School%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">vivients@lorien.nsw.edu.au</a></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Lorien Novalis Steiner School</p> <p>656-658 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158</p> <p><a href="https://www.lorien.nsw.edu.au" rel="nofollow">https://www.lorien.nsw.edu.au</a></p> <p>Instagram &amp; Facebook: @loriennovalis</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>