Casual Primary Online Teacher – Phonics & Writing|Up to $70/hour + Super (Active)
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Kids Planet Education

Chatswood, New South Wales

Job Type

Casual

Level

Primary School, Early Childhood

Closing Date

06-01-2026

Subjects

Literacy and Numeracy, Early Child Education

Job Summary

Online Teacher – up to $70/hr + super 

Kids Planet Education | Sydney | 100% Online | Apply via ClassCover or Email: [email protected]

📌 Positions:
✔ Phonics Teacher (Kindy–Year 2)
✔ Writing Teacher (Years 2–6 — Grammar, Writing, Public Speaking)


About Kids Planet Education

Kids Planet Education is a Sydney-based online learning organisation delivering joyful, creative and play-based education to young learners.

We specialise in literacy, numeracy, thinking skills, and confidence-building programs that support students in thriving at school.

Our vision is simple: when learning feels like play, children grow stronger, happier and more motivated for life.


Why Join Us?

🌟 100% online — teach from anywhere
📚 Complete lesson plans 
🗂 No admin — we handle enrolments, communication & materials
📝 Homework marking done for you by our assistants
💡 Full training & ongoing pedagogical support
🤝 Friendly, collaborative team culture where your voice matters
💰 Competitive industry-leading pay + progression & incentives

Teaching hours are after school and/or weekends — ideal for current school teachers and does not interfere with your daytime workload



About You — Phonics Teacher

We are looking for passionate Early Years educators to teach small-group phonics classes.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

At least 2 years’ experience teaching 5–8-year-old students
Strong understanding of phonics systems (THRASS knowledge highly regarded)
✔ Ability to teach decoding, segmenting, blending and reading strategies
✔ Positive classroom presence — warm, playful, patient and engaging
✔ Understanding of the Australian Primary Curriculum (K–2)
✔ Classroom management skills suitable for online young learners
✔ A growth mindset — quick learner, willing to take feedback
✔ Excellent communication with children and families
✔ Preferably experience teaching online and familiarity with the ClassIn platform

📌 Preferred qualifications:
NESA-accredited teacher, current or retired, specialising in early literacy.


About You — Writing Teacher

We are seeking an experienced literacy educator to deliver writing, grammar and public speaking programs for primary students (Years 2–6).

To succeed in this role, you will have:

A minimum of 5 years classroom teaching experience in English/Writing
✔ Strong personal writing ability — able to model high-quality language
✔ Deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum for literacy
✔ Knowledge of major competitive assessment frameworks, including:
 ▪ ICAS Writing
 ▪ NAPLAN Persuasive/Narrative Writing
 ▪ NSW Selective School English / Reading criteria
✔ Ability to analyse student writing and give actionable, detailed feedback
✔ Experience engaging parents in communication about learning progress
✔ Creative and flexible teaching style—able to adapt lessons to student needs

📌 Preferred qualifications:
NESA-accredited English or primary teacher with experience in intervention and enrichment settings.



What You Will Need

💻 A reliable computer
🌐 Stable internet connection
🎧 Headset & microphone
📑 Teaching qualification or transcript


How to Apply

If you are excited about shaping confident readers, thinkers and communicators, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Please send your resume + cover letter indicating whether you are applying for:
 ⭐ Phonics Teacher
 ⭐ Writing Teacher
 ⭐ or Both

to: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you into our warm, supportive and inspiring team at Kids Planet Education!

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