The Opportunity

Carey Baptist College Forrestdale, a private coeducational Christian school with open enrolment, is seeking a passionate and skilled Secondary Humanities Teacher to join our dedicated team on a part-time basis (0.48FTE). This role is ideally suited to an educator who enjoys engaging students in the exploration of history, geography, civics, and the social sciences, and who thrives on building strong relationships with learners in Years 7–10.

Set within the beautiful natural bushland of our Forrestdale campus, our school offers a unique and supportive environment that nurtures student growth, character development, and academic achievement.

We welcome applications from experienced secondary-trained Humanities teachers who are passionate about inspiring curiosity and critical thinking in students. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, well-structured lessons, provide constructive feedback to support student progress, and actively contribute to the collaborative and innovative culture of our school.

Experience with programmes such as AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) and Visible Learning will be highly regarded, as will the ability to integrate contemporary global issues and real-world contexts into Humanities teaching to make learning meaningful and relevant for students.

About Carey

• We are a community of people with a deep desire to play our part in the story of God in the world.
• We are a single community made up of different and complementary parts, operating across sectors, locations and industries.
• We have a big vision - to see a world transformed by the love of God.
• We are a people who strive to ‘attempt the extraordinary’ not for the sake of it, but because it matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering engaging and well-planned Humanities lessons for Years 7–10.
• Encouraging critical thinking, inquiry, and informed citizenship.
• Supporting student wellbeing and contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum and learning programmes aligned with the College’s mission and strategic goals.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and adaptable educator who is eager to make a positive impact on student learning and engagement in the Humanities.

If this is you, we want to hear from you!