Japanese Teachers

St Hilda's is a vibrant and inclusive community with a proud heritage of educating and empowering young women to lead lives of purpose, courage and impact. Every member of our staff contributes to the richness of school life and plays an important role in inspiring our students and shaping the extraordinary futures they will create.

We are seeking to appoint two part-time (approximately 0.5 to 0.6FTE) outstanding Japanese Teachers to join a well-established and successful Japanese program. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to contribute to the teaching of Japanese across Years 7-12. The positions are ongoing and will commence from Term 1, 2027

The successful applicant will join a thriving Languages Department and have the opportunity to contribute to the School’s long-established Japanese program. St Hilda’s enjoys a valued sister-school relationship in Japan and offers student exchange opportunities, as well as a biennial Japan Tour. This position presents an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to foster authentic intercultural experiences and inspire students through meaningful engagement with Japanese language and culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrated experience teaching Japanese across Years 7-12, with the ability to deliver engaging, high-quality language programs that promote student achievement and intercultural understanding.

• Demonstrated experience teaching the Japanese Y11-12 ATAR courses and preparing students for ATAR examinations

• High level of proficiency in Japanese language and culture, with the capacity to inspire students through authentic and contemporary cultural learning experiences.

• Sound knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and assessment requirements, with the ability to design, implement and evaluate effective teaching and learning programs.

• Demonstrated ability to differentiate learning and provide effective feedback to support a diverse range of learners.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills with students, parents and colleagues.

• Commitment to student wellbeing and the creation of inclusive, supportive and respectful learning environments.

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the School, including Japanese cultural activities and language enrichment opportunities.

• Demonstrated capacity or willingness to support and lead international experiences, including the School’s long-standing sister-school partnership, student exchange programs and biennial Japan Tour.

• Commitment to continuous professional growth, innovation in teaching practice and the effective use of educational technologies.

• Commitment to the values and ethos of St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls and an understanding of the benefits of educating girls in a high-achieving learning environment.

Essential Criteria

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education and Human Biology (or closely related field)

• Current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of WA

• Extensive experience teaching ATAR Japanese

• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum and resource development

• Right to work in Australia

• Strong communication and classroom management skills, with a commitment to improving student understanding and outcomes in Japanese

We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about you. Further information about working at St Hilda's, including our Future Employee Prospectus, is available on our website.

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, we encourage you to email **@sthildas.wa.edu.au.

Applications close at 9.00am Monday, 17 August 2026.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Our St Hilda’s community is committed to providing a child-safe environment.  Accordingly, you will need to provide a current Working With Children’s Clearance and National Police Clearance.

St Hilda's reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitably qualified candidate before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.