STEAM Teacher

Inspire Innovation: STEAM Teacher Opportunity at Launceston Church Grammar School

Launceston Church Grammar School is an Anglican co-educational day and boarding school in northern Tasmania. Celebrated for excellence in education and our commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive community, we provide a rich and engaging learning environment for students from Early Learning to Year 12.

We are seeking applications from creative and future-focused educators for a STEAM Teacher position within our Junior Campus, commencing in 2026.

About the Role

As a STEAM Teacher at LCGS, you will deliver dynamic, inquiry-driven learning experiences across Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics for students from Prep to Grade 6. Working within the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), you will support transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry and inspire students to think creatively, solve problems, and explore real-world concepts with curiosity.

As part of this role, you will be required to:

• Plan and deliver high-quality STEAM lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum and IB PYP inquiry-based philosophy.
• Promote hands-on, project-based learning that cultivates experimentation, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Work closely with classroom teachers to integrate STEAM concepts into transdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Develop, maintain, and document a coherent Prep–Grade 6 STEAM scope and sequence.
• Use assessment data to monitor student progress and inform planning.
• Support whole-school initiatives that celebrate STEAM learning, such as science fairs, exhibitions or maker events.
• Engage professionally in ongoing learning, including IB PYP training and school-based development.
• Contribute positively to the Junior Campus community and uphold the school's commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

This is a part-time 0.4 FTE role with hours to be worked across Monday–Friday.

About You

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative educator who demonstrates:

• A strong understanding of inquiry-based learning and the IB PYP framework.
• Experience teaching STEAM subjects in a primary school setting, including knowledge of child development from Prep to Grade 6.
• The ability to design engaging, hands-on learning experiences that integrate multiple STEAM disciplines.
• A commitment to supporting diverse learners through differentiation and thoughtful instructional design.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff and families.
• Professionalism, reflective practice, and a passion for creativity, innovation and future-focused education.
• Alignment with the values and Anglican ethos of Launceston Church Grammar School.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Education (or equivalent).
• Current or eligible registration with the Tasmanian Teachers Registration Board.
• Working with Vulnerable People (Tasmania) registration.
• HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting.
• Strong understanding of PYP principles is highly regarded.
• Commitment to child safety and safeguarding requirements, including mandatory reporting obligations.

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.

Why Join LCGS?

Our Junior Campus offers a warm, supportive and collegial environment where teachers are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and grow professionally. You will join a community that values wellbeing, strong relationships, and a shared commitment to helping every child flourish.

Applications

Applications are required by 5pm Friday, 28 November 2025, and will be reviewed as they are received.

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Launceston Church Grammar School (Teachers) Enterprise Agreement, based on experience.

A copy of the position description is available on our website under Employment – Launceston Church Grammar School.