Job Description
The role of a classroom teacher involves direct teaching, contributing to curriculum development, undertaking organisational duties and participating in activities such as parent-teacher meetings and staff meetings.
Key Responsibilities:
* Teach Maths and Science subjects to students in years 7-12
* Plan, prepare and deliver lessons to achieve specific student outcomes
* Mentor and coach other teachers to improve their practice
* Provide expert advice on curriculum and pedagogy
* Supervise and train student teachers
Selection Criteria:
1. Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum and ability to incorporate literacy and numeracy skills
2. Experience in responding to student learning needs
3. Experience in planning and implementing high-impact teaching strategies
4. Experience in monitoring and assessing student learning and using data to inform teaching practice
5. Interpersonal and communication skills and experience in establishing collaborative relationships with students, parents and colleagues
6. Behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values and experience in professional learning to improve teaching practice