Teacher Cadetship Program

Work Where Learning Matters

The Hills Grammar Teacher Cadetship Program provides students studying education at a tertiary level with on-the-job professional training.

The Program prepares Cadets to successfully move into the teaching profession and build their career in the education sector.

 We offer you:

• A rich immersive experience within our unique educational context and ethos.
• Ongoing paid employment, contracted as a Support Staff member for one day a week (timing negotiable), enabling you to continue your university study, while earning and learning as a Cadet.
• Placement in a Senior School Department with an experienced and dedicated Mentor Teacher.
• Participation in all facets of the Department and the daily lives of teachers, including administrative tasks, educational planning and professional collegiality.
• Opportunities to observe teaching, develop resources and contribute to teaching and learning within a range of classroom and co-curricular contexts.
• Full and free access to our Learning Centre Series and staff, Professional Learning Programs and other professional learning as applicable.
• Career development assistance, including customised sessions with our Director of Professional Learning, who has a PhD in teacher learning and development, and participation in our Knowing Your Team and Action Learning Staff Programs.
• Assistance in developing a quality resume to use when applying for teaching positions.

At Hills Grammar, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to offer a workplace where passion, purpose, and people come together to make a lasting difference.

Hills Grammar was named an Employer of Choice by The Educator in 2024 and 2025. 

View our Staff Prospectus to learn more about what Hills Grammar offers. 

Position Overview

The Teacher Cadetship Program offers aspiring educators a structured and supportive pathway into the teaching profession. This developmental role is designed to build foundational teaching skills through immersive, hands-on experience within a dynamic school environment. Under the mentorship of experienced educators, the Teacher Cadet will actively contribute to the learning community while progressing toward formal teacher accreditation.

This role is ideal for individuals committed to professional growth, reflective practice, and a long-term career in education.

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision and guidance of a designated Mentor Teacher, the Teacher Cadet will:

• Work with small student groups to provide tailored academic support, fostering active participation and learning growth.
• Take part in classroom activities, attend staff meetings.
• Observe diverse instructional approaches across various subjects and grade levels to build a comprehensive understanding of effective teaching methods.
• Collaborate in planning and delivering lessons, offering input and applying newly acquired teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
• Help carry out both ongoing and final assessments, contributing to the tracking and analysis of student performance and development.
• Assist with administrative tasks / collating resources and record keeping as required.

Professional Development

• Engage in regular feedback sessions with the Mentor Teacher.
• Participate in school-based professional learning activities.
• Maintain a reflective journal or portfolio to document learning and growth.

Learn more

Learn more about our Teacher Cadetship Program and read some case studies from our current cadets.

Our Teacher Cadet Priorities for 2026

During 2026, our Teacher Cadetship Focus will be on 4th Year / Final Year tertiary students in Senior School Mathematics, English, Design and Technology (Computing major) and Economics. 

However, we are always open to hearing from enthusiastic teachers in training, so please contact us if interested.