Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a high quality, independent, Anglican, Co-educational P-12 school serving the southern Gold Coast, Tweed Coast and northern New South Wales regions. Located in the Tweed Heads district, ours is the most northern independent school in NSW. We have a close connection with the land, and yet are within easy reach of the Gold Coast and Brisbane.
As an Anglican Grammar School, our values of Compassion, Wisdom and Respect are at the heart of our school and form the foundations of our teaching and learning supported by our cultural values of Standards,Collaboration and Leadership.
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a Child Safe organisation. The School actively promotes the protection, safety and wellbeing of all students, and requires all staff to be suitable and committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards. All staff employed by Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School are expected to undertake Child Protection training and hold a current NSW Working With Children Check clearance. Please see Working with Children Check (WWCC) for more information.
Benefits of Working at Lindisfarne
Discount for school tuition fees (dependent on enrolment availability)
Out of School Care Facilities
Salary Packaging
Staff Social Events / Social Club
Free access to School gym
Annual Flu Vaccination
StaffEd Professional Learning Program
Emerging Leaders Program
First Aid Certification
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free and confidential counselling
Job Description
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is seeking a dedicated Languages (Japanese) Teacher to join our vibrant educational community from Term 3, 2026. In this role, you will deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences that nurture students’ curiosity, critical thinking, and overall learning potential. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator committed to inspiring a love of Languages.
The salary will be commensurate with the successful applicant's skills, qualifications, and experience, based on the teaching salaries outlined in the Independent Schools NSW Teachers Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025 ($94,155 - $133,009).
Key Responsibilities
Planning and delivery of engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
Primarily classes from Year 5 - 12
Monitoring student progress through data analysis and assessment outcomes, using this information to inform teaching practices and interventions.
Encouraging an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and fosters critical thinking among students.
Liaising with parents, carers and guardians to promote understanding of the importance of Languages education.
Desired Skills and Experience
Required Skills
Exceptional proficiency in Languages (Japanese)
Demonstrated understanding of Languages (Japanese) syllabus documents and assessment strategies from Year 5 - 12.
Demonstrated excellence and proficiency as a classroom teacher.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in using educational technology and digital resources.
Required Experience
A minimum five years experience teaching Languages (Japanese) at a secondary level is preferred.
Appropriate Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation.
Selection Criteria
Ability to apply a student-centered approach.
Ability to effectively translate curriculum to practice.
Ability to implement diverse teaching methodologies to cater to varied learning styles.
Commitment to ongoing professional growth and collaboration.
Demonstrated and genuine commitment to upholding and embodying the Anglican Identity and Christian Ethos of the School with clear evidence of Compassion, Wisdom, and Respect in all interactions with students, staff, and the broader school community.