About the Role Newington College is seeking to appoint a full-time (1.0 FTE) permanent EAL/D Teacher to join the College from Term 4, 2025 or Term 1 2026 – to be negotiated with the successful applicant. The Senior School EAL/D Teacher is responsible for supporting our students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds whose first language is not English. The role focuses on developing English language skills, including speaking, listening, reading and writing, to enable students to fully participate in all areas of the curriculum. The EAL/D teacher is part of our Inclusive Learning team. Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting Ms Catherine Phoon, Head of Inclusive Learning at newington.nsw.edu.au or (02) 9568 9. To obtain the position description for this role, please contact People & Culture Department at newington.nsw.edu.au About You We have deliberately not provided set and narrow selection criteria. However, it would be expected that the successful candidate will: be a dynamic, innovative and successful classroom practitioner have an excellent understanding of the learning needs of primary aged students engage students in a vibrant Senior School education program at all levels utilise appropriate technologies to enhance student learning have appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications work effectively as a member of an enthusiastic team show genuine care for students and a strong commitment to proving a safe and supportive learning environment enthusiastically participate in the school’s co-curricular program understand and adhere to the College’s Child Safeguarding policies and practices contribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in education, EALD, Inclusive Learning or a related field TEFL, TESOL, CELTA or equivalent certification in teaching English as a second languages Additional training in literacy and language acquisition is desirable Proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese language is desirable Experience: Previous teaching experience, preferably within an EAL/D role or working with multilingual students in a senior school setting Experience in creating and implementing differentiated lessons for students with varying language abilities Experience using data-driven assessments to inform instruction and track student progress Skills & Competencies: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with students, teachers and parents Ability to differentiate instruction and create inclusive learning environments Cultural sensitivity and awareness to work with students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds Patience, empathy and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students The role will involve additional duties such as attending parent-teacher meetings, preparing student reports and contributing to school-wide initiatives related to language support Any other duties as directed by the Deputy, Academic (7-12) or Head of Inclusive Learning It is recommended that you use this information, the information contained on the College website and your own initiative to present a curriculum vitae that reflects you, your career to date and your priorities. Short-listed applicants may be required to undertake a demonstration lesson as part of the selection process. About Newington College Newington College is a school bustling with opportunity and rigour. We aim to teach students to think critically, stretch their learning and approach life with curiosity and open-mindedness. That also applies to everyone who works here - from teachers and grounds staff to the finance and admissions teams. Teaching staff are highly skilled, dedicated to bringing out the best in each student – and each other. They instil a breadth of knowledge in their students and an understanding of how to think and question both inside the classroom and out, as they help prepare them for life in a rapidly changing world. Newington has a community of educators who take their vocation seriously, are dedicated, supportive of each other and respected by their peers and students. We ensure the resources are available to make the most of every opportunity. Founded in 1863 by the Uniting Church, Newington College is an ELC to Year 12 school in Sydney’s humming inner west and the north shore. From 2026, the College will begin our exciting transition to co-education, welcoming girls into Kindergarten and Year 5. The College has more than two thousand students across five vibrant campuses and is a member of the GPS Association of NSW. Our mission is to empower students to develop great hearts, inspired minds and strong wings, ready to make a positive contribution to society and the future. What else sets us apart? We strive to create a culture underpinned by our diverse and inclusive community – students, parents, carers, staff, alumni and our neighbours. The College is supported by a strong sense of integrity, respect, honesty, fairness and responsibility. Collaboration and support are also key, so we ensure all staff have the resources available to make the most of every opportunity. If our approach appeals to you – and if you think you could help us achieve our goals – we’d like to hear from you. Further information about the College, its programs and its strategic plans are available on the College website: www.newington.nsw.edu.au Newington's Commitment to Child Protection The College is a ‘Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people at the College and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Newington have a right to feel and be safe. Successful applicants will be subject to employment screening processes with the Office of the Children’s Guardian and will be required to provide a current Working with Children registration number. In addition, teaching staff will be expected to possess a current First Aid qualification. To Apply: To be considered, applicant must: be eligible to work in Australia that means holding appropriate and current visa or be Australian citizen submit their application in a PDF formatted document containing an updated resume and cover letter. The entire document should not exceed 6 pages apply electronically via this SEEK page or Newington Career page: https://www.newington.nsw.edu.au/about-newington/careers/ apply as soon as possible, as interviews may be conducted upon receipt of applications, not necessarily following the application closing date. Applications close on Friday, 19 September 2025.
