SCIENCE TEACHER - YEARS 7 - 12

About the position

Come and join Loreto College Marryatville, South Australia's Number 1 Independent Catholic girls' school and grow your career.

The teaching staff’s primary responsibility is to utilise appropriate teaching and assessment strategies which provides a learning environment that enables each girl to achieve her potential. Loreto's educational philosophy is centred upon a commitment to the development of each individual student, so that she may be someone who realises her potential academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

Loreto College is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Science Teacher to teach across Years 7 - 12. The ability to teach Chemistry would be highly desirable. The Science Teacher works under the direct supervision of the relevant Learning Leader.

The specific areas of responsibility are outlined under the Key Responsibilities and Expectations of the role description and available at www.loreto.sa.edu.au.

Person Specification  

• A demonstrated high level of competency in teaching Science in Years 7 - 12

• Ability to teach Chemistry to Stage 2 level would be an advantage

• Exemplary teaching practices, with proven classroom management practices

• Comprehensive knowledge of current educational issues, curriculum frameworks and national standards as they apply to primary and secondary schooling

• Demonstrated ability to address students’ varying intellectual, emotional and physical abilities in teaching practice and pedagogy

 Personal Qualities

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, that can be used effectively with staff, students and parents

• Demonstrated planning, organisation and time management skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills underpinned by the Loreto values

• Willingness to contribute to the co-curricula program

 Essential Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience related to the teaching responsibility required by the position

• Be registered to teach in South Australia and hold a current South Australian Teacher’s Registration Board Certificate

 About Loreto College

Loreto College is an independent Day and Boarding School for girls from Early Learning to Year 12. 

To work in a Loreto school is to be part of a vibrant tradition reaching back to 1609 when Mary Ward established her first school for girls in Europe.

Application Details

The position is offered as a permanent full-time position. The position commences on 18 January 2027.

Please provide copies of the following documents:

• Covering letter addressing the key areas of responsibility

• Your Curriculum Vitae

• The names, addresses and full contact details (including email address) of three current referees who may be approached.

• All applicants will be required to complete an Applicant Declaration Form for School Employees which is available on our website.  This form must be submitted with your application.

Additional Requirements

• All applicants will be required to attain and maintain Working with Children Check clearance to work in Catholic Education SA, approved Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care training and First Aid training.  Please attach any relevant certificates to your application.

Applications close at 9.00 am on Monday, 24 August 2026