Teacher

Indie Education HR & Payroll • Fairfield, CA

20d

About The Position

Indie School is seeking a registered primary or secondary teacher to work in its progressive, independent school network. The role is permanent and full-time, with graduates through to highly experienced teachers welcome to apply. The start date may be as soon as possible, or the school will wait for the right person. Teachers work in a supportive environment with smaller class sizes and a team that includes a Head of School, Assistant Heads of School, Learning Assistants, and Senior/Welfare Officers.

Indie School uses individualised learning and education plans tailored to students’ education and life circumstances. Its approach is grounded in Adult Education philosophies, including choice, independence, mutual respect, and accountability. The teacher prepares and delivers curriculum-aligned programs, differentiates learning, supports student progress, and promotes the school’s alternative, strengths-based educational model. Teaching duties align with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Remuneration is Level 9–Level 11 under the Indie Education Enterprise Agreement 2026–2029, with a stated range of $117,092–$131,925 per annum, plus superannuation, based on training and experience. The role also offers salary packaging, paid personal and parental leave provisions, professional development and study time, a wellness program, travel opportunities, and provided work equipment.

Requirements

• Be a primary or secondary school-trained registered teacher.
• Hold current NESA accreditation (NSW).
• Have a relevant State Working with Children’s Check before commencement.
• Provide an annual National Police Check issued within the three months before appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of the NSW curriculum F–10 is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver programs in line with the appropriate curriculum.
• Write curriculum that provides adjustments for students, with an understanding of NSW curricula; knowledge of NSW curriculum F–10 is highly regarded.
• Plan, write, and deliver structured lessons that differentiate and personalise learning for each student.
• Embed best-practice pedagogy into lesson plans to engage students.
• Work collaboratively in a small team to implement feedback.
• Participate in coaching and mentoring programs.
• Collaborate on writing Individual Learning Plans for all students.
• Embed strategies from Individual Learning Plans into lessons to support student needs.
• Provide timely and specific feedback to students, particularly through formative assessment practices.
• Assess and report student achievement and progress.
• Build positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Support students to experience success.
• Use time and resources effectively to deliver classes aligned to students’ individual learning and pathways plans.
• Promote the school’s alternative educational and strengths-based model to support student goals and personal outcomes.

Benefits

• Salary packaging through Maxxia: up to $15,900 per FBT year, plus up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• 15 days of paid personal leave.
• Comprehensive paid parental leave provisions.
• Annual professional development allocation and study time during work hours.
• Complimentary access to the Sonder wellness program for the employee and immediate family, including confidential counselling, mental health resources, and broader wellbeing initiatives.
• Travel opportunities to visit other sites across Australia.
• Uniform, laptop, and mobile phone provided.
• Internal mobility opportunities within a large national organisation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed