Social Science Teacher

Wenona School (see more jobs from this school)

North Sydney, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Geography

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 5 June 2026


Wenona is seeking a Geography Teacher to join our vibrant team and inspire our young women through dynamic classroom practice.

<p>Wenona aims to encourage, challenge, extend and nurture each student in a way that allows her to achieve her full potential. To achieve this, Wenona prides itself on attracting intelligent, inspiring and motivated employees who serve to role model strong, positive relationships and is committed to fostering an environment where all staff are passionate about refining their skills and pursuing a love of learning.</p> <p><strong>The Position</strong></p> <p>The Geography Teacher plays an important role, providing lessons in Geography to students. This role will focus on providing students the skills and knowledge to understand the essential life skills that Geography can provide.</p> <p>Key priorities for the role include:</p> <ul> <li>Implementing the standards articulated in the Wenona Effective Teaching Cycle.</li> <li>Understanding contemporary teaching and learning pedagogies.</li> <li>Committing to the Pastoral Care and considering the social and emotional wellbeing needs of students.</li> <li>An understanding of and commitment to the educational needs of young women.</li> <li>A commitment to collaborative teaching practices and an ability to contribute to a team and faculty of professional educators.</li> <li>Utilising ICT to facilitate and enrich student learning and engagement beyond the classroom.</li> </ul> <p>We are seeking a teacher to fill a temporary, full-time position, commencing 31 August 2026 until 18 July 2027.</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>To be successful in this role, you will bring relevant experience in secondary school teaching and the Geography space. The role requires excellent communication skills, especially engaging with all stakeholders including students, parents and staff. You should also have the desire and passion to engage a variety of Geography students within the classroom. A willingness to or experience teaching other Social Science subject would be favourable.</p> <p><strong>Benefits We Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Staff discounts, onsite gym and pool facilities and morning tea provided.</li> <li>Access to EAP and onsite annual flu vaccinations.</li> <li>Strong culture of teamwork and professional development support.</li> <li>Access to professional growth and staff development learning experiences.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br> Applications should be submitted via Wenona Careers and include a resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, copies of qualifications and names of two referees.</p> <p><br> This role requires the successful applicant to hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, valid NSW Police Check and to be vaccinated in line with any current Public Health Order.</p> <p><br> Wenona is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.</p> <p><br> Wenona School is a child safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all School staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations including child safe standards. Wenona's Code of Conduct is available on our website. The successful applicant for this position will be required to provide the School with a current Working with Children Check. (https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check)</p>