Careers
If you’re seeking to reimagine Christian education in the 21st century and you’re passionate about living out the Gospel of Jesus Christ, you might be Brightwaters’ next hire.
Brightwaters is focused on people. We believe in investing in our people and seeing them flourish and mature, both professionally and spiritually.
About Brightwaters
Brightwaters Christian College is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.
CEM is a growing network, with 12 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.
Brightwaters Christian College is located on the beautiful western shores of Lake Macquarie and caters for K-8 (adding Year 9 in 2024, and seeking NESA approval for Year 10 in 2025). The College is a co-ed, Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. While the school community is smaller, the learning culture is strong and the potential to grow the school great.
About the role
If you're looking to take the next step in your career by becoming part of a teaching team for our rapidly growing School, you're invited to consider this exciting opportunity.
The Learning Support Teacher will be responsible, along with the Marsden Park ACC Learning Support team, and our Brighwaters teaching team and Principal, for developing a learning support structure, building on a positive culture and growing with our School into these next stages.
This role would suit an experienced learning support teacher with leadership aspirations who is seeking a great opportunity to be part of something new. However, a new graduate could bring a fresh perspective and innovative design. If you feel called, let us meet you.
This role will initially be part-time but there is a possibility of combining this role with teaching other KLAs into a larger role.
This 0.6FTE position is due to start Term 1 January 2024.
About you
- You have a servant heart and vibrant Christian faith, and a desire to make Christ known through all your teaching and in each interaction.
- You have suitable teaching qualifications.
- You have knowledge of, or interest in, learning about the principles of the Science of Learning, as well as using an EDI framework, including engagement norms
You have knowledge and ability to:
- Support the collation of data for the purpose of reporting to government agencies and funding bodies
- Process for preparing Individual Education Plans for students Enrolment
- Design and coordinate programs which support students needs e.g. Gifted/High Potential and Supported Learning
- You will be highly organised with strong project management skills.
- You will have a great attention to detail.
- You believe that all things are possible and have a never give up attitude
- You believe that being part of a team is vital
- You’ll thrive when presented with challenging tasks, by working collaboratively and when given the opportunity to show initiative.
- You strive for continual growth in your skills and knowledge as a teacher.
- You will design Learning programs which integrate a Biblical worldview using evidence based teaching strategies which align with the Science of Learning.
- You’re confident in the use of APPLE technology.
Benefits
- Perfect for those looking to grow into a lead role.
- You will be part of a team who genuinely encourage and support one another in every aspect of life.
- Your outlook is one of stunning lake views, quiet and peaceful surroundings every day.
- You get to help craft and design a Learning Support experience that you believe will have a great impact on the future generations.
- You have a team from ACC Marsden Park who offer support and resources - you just have to ask
- The students are welcoming while the families are grateful to be part of our school.
How to Apply
Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered:
About Brightwaters
Brightwaters Christian College is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.
CEM is a growing network, with 12 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.
Brightwaters Christian College is located on the beautiful western shores of Lake Macquarie and caters for K-8 (adding Year 9 in 2024, and seeking NESA approval for Year 10 in 2025). The College is a co-ed, Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. While the school community is smaller, the learning culture is strong and the potential to grow the school great.
About the role
If you're looking to take the next step in your career by becoming part of a teaching team for our rapidly growing High School, you're invited to consider this exciting opportunity.
The Secondary Teacher will be responsible, along with the High School team and Principal, for developing the curriculum, building on a positive culture and growing our School into these next stages of growth. The teacher will help design and build upon our current documentation for Stage 5 (Year 10) for NESA’s registration and accreditation.
This role would suit an experienced teacher with leadership aspirations who is seeking a great opportunity to be part of something new. However, a new graduate could bring a fresh perspective and innovative design. If you feel called, let us meet you.
As Brightwaters is experiencing growth, we invite applications from suitably qualified teachers for a variety of roles including:
- English
- HSIE - History and Geography
- Science
- Creative Arts (Music/Art)
- PDHPE - Physical Health and Physical Education
- Languages - German or Auslan would be ideal
These roles can be part-time but a combination of the listed KLAs can be combined into a full-time role.
This position is due to start Term 1 January 2024.
About you
- You have a servant heart and vibrant Christian faith, and a desire to make Christ known through all your teaching and in each interaction.
- You have suitable teaching qualifications.
- You have knowledge of, or interest in, learning about the principles of the Science of Learning, as well as using an EDI framework, including engagement norms
- You are confident with the NESA Stage 4 and 5 syllabus and have experience with meeting the requirements of School Accreditation and Registration for Stage 4 and 5, as well as the ROSA
- You have a passion for teaching young people and being the role model for them at this crucial stage of their lives
- You will be highly organised with strong project management skills.
- You will have a great attention to detail.
- You’re highly motivated and have a desire and capacity to build a High School - with a hands-on approach, building the school enrolment into additional High School grades
- You believe that all things are possible and have a never give up attitude
- You believe that being part of a team is vital
- You’ll thrive when presented with challenging tasks, by working collaboratively and when given the opportunity to show initiative.
- You strive for continual growth in your skills and knowledge as a teacher.
- You will deliver lessons which integrate a Biblical worldview using evidence based teaching strategies which align with the Science of Learning.
- You’re confident in the use of APPLE technology.
Benefits
- Perfect for those looking to grow into a lead role.
- You will be part of a team who genuinely encourage and support one another in every aspect of life.
- Your outlook is one of stunning lake views, quiet and peaceful surroundings every day.
- You get to help craft and design a High School experience that you believe will have a great impact on the future generations.
- You have a team from 12 other schools who offer support and resources - you just have to ask
- The students are welcoming while the families are grateful to be part of our school.
How to Apply
Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered:
About Brightwaters
Brightwaters Christian College is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.
CEM is a growing network, with 12 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.
Brightwaters Christian College is located on the beautiful western shores of Lake Macquarie and caters for K-8 (adding Year 9 in 2024). The College is a co-ed, Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. While the school community is small, the learning culture is strong and the potential to grow the school great.
About the role
If you're looking to take the next step in your career by becoming part of a dedicated Christian teaching team then consider this exciting opportunity.
The Primary Teacher will be primarily responsible for Early Stage 1. The teacher will deliver lessons which integrate a Biblical worldview using evidence based teaching strategies which align with the Science of Learning.
This 12-month full-time Maternity Leave position commences Term 1 2024.
There may be an option to extend the role beyond 2024 as we are a growing school.
About you
- You have a servant heart and vibrant Christian faith, and a desire to make Christ known through all your teaching and in each interaction.
- You have suitable teaching qualifications.
- You are confident with the Early Stage 1 NESA syllabus
- You strive for continual growth in your skills and knowledge as a teacher.
- You have knowledge of, or interest in, learning about the principles of the Science of Learning, as well as using an EDI framework, including engagement norms
- You have a passion for teaching young people and being the role model for them at this crucial stage of their lives as they begin formal schooling.
- You believe that all things are possible and have a never give up attitude
- You believe that being part of a team is vital
- You’ll thrive when presented with challenging tasks, by working collaboratively and when given the opportunity to show initiative.
- You’re confident in the use of Apple technology.
Benefits
- You will be part of a team who genuinely encourages and supports one another in every aspect of life.
- Your outlook is one of stunning lake views, quiet and peaceful surroundings every day.
- You will be part of a group of schools (12 in total) who offer support and resources - you just have to ask.
- The students are welcoming while the families are grateful to be part of our school community
How to Apply
Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered:
About Brightwaters
Brightwaters Christian College is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.
CEM is a growing network, with 12 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.
Brightwaters Christian College is located on the beautiful western shores of Lake Macquarie and caters for K-8 (adding Year 9 in 2024). The College is a co-ed, Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. While the school community is small, the learning culture is strong and the potential to grow the school great.
About the role
If you're looking to take the next step in your career by becoming part of a dedicated Christian teaching team then consider this exciting opportunity.
We have been studying German the last couple of years but are open to other languages that teachers are experienced in.
This part-time position (0.2FTE) commences as soon as is practicably possible.
About you
- You have a servant heart and vibrant Christian faith.
- You have suitable teaching qualifications.
- You are confident with, and have some experience of, teaching language(s).
- You have a passion for teaching young people and being the role model for them at this crucial stage of their lives.
- You will have a great attention to detail.
- You believe that all things are possible and have a never give up attitude
- You believe that being part of a team is vital
- You’ll thrive when presented with challenging tasks, by working collaboratively and when given the opportunity to show initiative.
- You strive for continual growth in your skills and knowledge as a teacher.
- You’re confident in the use of technology.
Benefits
- You will be part of a genuine team who encourage and support one another in every aspect of life.
- Your outlook is one of stunning lake views, quiet and peaceful surroundings every day.
- You will be part of a group of schools (12 in total) who offer support and resources - you just have to ask
- The students are welcoming while the families are grateful to be part of our school.
How to Apply
Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered:
If you’re a Christian teacher who would like some casual days as required by the school, please apply below.