Vacancy: Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated HASS Teacher to join our College. This full-time, ongoing position commencing Term 1, 2027, offers an exciting opportunity to inspire students, foster curiosity, critical thinking, and contribute to a vibrant learning environment.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Head of Learning Area - HASS, you will be a dynamic and committed HASS Teacher. You will have the ability to teach upper school HASS (Economics preferred) and engage students across Years 7-10 with innovative, differentiated, and curriculum-aligned learning experiences. You will be willing to contribute to a collaborative team environment and demonstrate a passion for fostering academic excellence, critical thinking and student wellbeing.
Responsibilities as a HASS Teacher:
- Proven experience in delivering upper school HASS. The ability to teach Economics would be advantageous.
- Proven ability to lead a Pastoral Care Group (PCG) with a focus on student wellbeing and engagement.
- Flexibility and adaptability in implementing differentiated teaching strategies to meet student needs.
- Commitment to innovative and evidence-based teaching methodologies, with a strong awareness of current pedagogical trends.
- Willingness to collaborate in the design and development of teaching and learning programs across multiple year levels, and to lead subject-based teaching teams.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive, respectful and inclusive relationships with students, parents, and staff across the College community.
What we are seeking:
- A passionate and experienced HASS teacher with the ability to teach Years 11 and 12 Economics (would be advantageous).
- A strong knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum - HASS.
- Proven ability to design and deliver differentiated, engaging and academically rigorous learning programs.
- A flexible and enthusiastic approach to integrating new technologies and innovative teaching practices.
- A collaborative and team-oriented educator, willing to contribute to the broader life of the College through extracurricular activities, competitions and academic initiatives.
- The capacity to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced educational setting.
- An appreciation for and commitment to the Catholic ethos of the College.
Be part of something excellent.
Applications close: 4:00pm, Monday 23 November. Please provide a covering letter (two pages maximum) and a CV highlighting your suitability for this position. Please address all applications to the Principal, Mr Leo Di Gregorio.
Please email applications to: employment@sacredheart.wa.edu.au
The way we give back to our people: Sacred Heart College gives back generously to our employees with offers on many benefits such as our own wellness program, corporate healthcare rates, onsite weights and fitness studio and a very active social club.
Sacred Heart College prides itself of living the motto of ‘Always Striving Upwards’ our three key values of Courage, Compassion and Respect encompass what it means to be part of the Sacred Heart community.
Important Requirements
The successful applicant must fully support the objectives and ethos of Catholic education. Additionally, applicants are required to provide evidence of a current Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to appointment.
