Languages (German) Teacher

 

Welcome to the community of Abbotsleigh. Abbotsleigh is a Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 Anglican day and Boarding school for girls located on the upper north shore in Wahroonga. Abbotsleigh girls love to learn and lead and are empowered to be independent, collaborative and courageous trailblazers who make a positive impact on our world today and tomorrow. 

 

‘With education, women can do, or be, anything.’ (Miss Betty Archdale, 6th Headmistress 1958 – 1970)

 

Start Term 1 2026 end Term 4 2026 | Fixed Term Part-time 0.5/0.6 FTE


Abbotsleigh is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate part-time German teacher to join our Languages Department in 2026. The successful candidate will be an educator who is highly motivated to support Abbotsleigh to maintain and develop learning and innovation, ensure continued academic achievement, and inspire, engage, and value every girl. They will also be responsible for the well-being of a small tutor group. You will be part of a department that is well-resourced, and a team that is always happy to give you a hand and help guide and support you. We encourage all applicants to apply regardless of their level of teaching experience. This role will be appointed at either 0.5 or 0.6 FTE, working across four days per week, with Wednesdays designated as the non‑working day.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging German language and cultural lessons.
• Design inquiry-based, communicative, and immersive learning experiences.
• Foster students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing proficiency in German.
• Collaborate with Language Department colleagues to ensure cohesive curriculum delivery.
• Integrate technology and digital tools meaningfully into language teaching.
• Assess and report on student progress using varied, authentic assessment strategies.
• Provide pastoral care and support students’ wellbeing and holistic development.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, faculty initiatives, and school-wide programs.
• Participate in professional learning, co-curricular activities, and school events.

What You’ll Bring

• Recognised teaching qualifications and accreditation.
• Strong background in teaching German (native speaker level or equivalent proficiency preferred).
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Confidence with ICT integration and innovative language-teaching approaches.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Highly organised, professional, and committed to ongoing learning.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the wider life of the school community.
• A collaborative, positive, and team-focused attitude.
• A proactive and professional approach to teaching and school involvement.

Why Join Abbotsleigh?

• Work with curious, motivated students
• Be part of a highly motivated and collegial staff community
• Access generous professional development opportunities
• Enjoy state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities 
• Onsite parking

Abbotsleigh's Commitment to Child Protection 
Abbotsleigh is a ‘Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and well-being of all children and young people at the School and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Abbotsleigh have a right to feel and be safe. All successful applicants will undergo employment screening through the Office of the Children’s Guardian and must hold a current Working with Children Check.

How to Apply
Please submit your CV, cover letter and contact details of two referees. Applications close 1 March 2026. 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and early engagement may occur before the closing date. All applications will be screened for AI-generated content. Submissions identified as primarily AI-generated may be subject to additional verification or disqualification.


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