EAL Teacher

Inspire and support global learners. Launceston Grammar is seeking a passionate EAL (English as an Additional Language) Teacher to join our dedicated teaching team in a fixed-term role (1.0 FTE) commencing Term 4, 2025, with the opportunity for part-time, or job share arrangements. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by supporting their language development, academic progress, and integration into school life.

Launceston Church Grammar School is an Anglican co-educational day and boarding school in northern Tasmania. With a strong 178-year heritage, we are a community where educational excellence and student wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

This 1.0 FTE fixed-term position offers the chance to work closely with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, empowering them to succeed both academically and personally. As an EAL Teacher at Launceston Grammar, you will:

• Deliver tailored English language support across a range of year levels.
• Collaborate with teachers to embed EAL strategies into classroom practice.
• Support students in developing language proficiency and confidence for both academic and social success.
• Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment where every learner is valued and supported.

• Tertiary qualifications in Education.
• TESOL, ESL, or equivalent postgraduate qualifications highly desirable.
• Current registration with the Tasmanian Teacher's Registration Board (or eligibility).
• Proven experience teaching EAL students in secondary school settings.
• Strong understanding of second language acquisition and effective pedagogical strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with students, families, and staff.
• Current registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Tasmania), or eligibility to obtain.
• A commitment to student wellbeing and child safety.

• Shape futures – make a lasting difference in the lives of students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Professional opportunity – access high-quality professional learning and the chance to strengthen your expertise in EAL teaching.
• Collaborative culture – join a supportive, values-driven team that works together to achieve the best outcomes for students.
• Beautiful location – enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living in Launceston, a welcoming city surrounded by Tasmania's natural beauty.
• Balanced role – contribute to both academic excellence and student wellbeing in a school that values the whole child.

All staff participate in events, activities, and co-curricular programmes, as well as undertake professional duties and meetings as required.

Applicants are expected to support the ethos and values of an independent Anglican School.

Launceston Grammar is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Launceston Church Grammar School (Teachers) Enterprise Agreement. The Position Description, Application Form, and Information for Applicants are available at

Applications close Monday 6 October 2025 and will be reviewed as they are received.