Geography Teacher
- Be part of a leading girls’ school that inspires.
- Fixed Term 7 weeks (20 April - 5 June 2026)
- Valuable experience supporting students in a dynamic learning environment
Welcome to the community of Abbotsleigh. Abbotsleigh is a pre-kindergarten to Year 12 Anglican day and Boarding school for girls located in Wahroonga, Upper North Shore. Our curriculum is broad and encourages all areas of creativity and innovation, from our earliest learners to our Senior Girls. Abbotsleigh inspires girls to lead a purposeful life, to thrive, and to make a positive impact on the world of today and tomorrow. Our teachers are role models who inspire each girl to strive to reach her personal best.
‘With education, women can do, or be, anything.’ (Miss Betty Archdale, 6th Headmistress 1958 – 1970)
The Role
What You’ll Do
• Deliver engaging Year 7–10 Geography lessons grounded in contemporary geographical concepts and issues.
• Design inquiry-based, place-based, and experiential learning activities that build spatial thinking and geographic literacy.
• Foster students’ skills in geographical inquiry, including collecting, analysing, and interpreting data.
• Collaborate closely with the Humanities/HSIE faculty to ensure cohesive curriculum implementation across stages.
• Integrate technology, GIS tools, and digital resources meaningfully into your teaching practice.
• Assess and report on student learning using varied, authentic, and standards‑aligned assessment strategies.
• Provide pastoral care and support students’ wellbeing and holistic development.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, faculty initiatives, and whole‑school programs.
• Participate in professional learning, co‑curricular activities, and school events.
What You’ll Bring
• Recognised teaching qualifications and accreditation.
• Strong background in teaching Geography (Stage 4–5 NSW curriculum experience highly regarded).
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Confidence in using ICT, digital mapping tools, and innovative teaching approaches.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Highly organised, professional, and committed to ongoing growth and learning.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the broader life of the school community.
• A positive, collaborative, and team-focused mindset.
• A proactive and professional approach to teaching and school involvement.
Why Join Abbotsleigh?
• Teach curious, motivated students.
• Work within a highly collegial and supportive staff team.
• Access generous professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities.
• Onsite parking available.
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. The School is dedicated to protecting students from abuse and harm, and all students have the 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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