Secondary maths/science teacher (ability to teach stage 6 advantageous and possible leadership [...]

Summerland Christian College is currently accepting applications for a Secondary Maths and/or Science Teacher (ability to teach Stage 6 advantageous and possible leadership opportunity) to join our team in Term 1, 2025 or by negotiation. Applications close: Friday 27 September, 2024. The College may interview and/or employ suitable candidates before the closing date.

Position Description

Secondary Teacher

MATHS/SCIENCE (ability to teach Stage 6 advantageous and possible leadership opportunity)

Work Unit: Summerland Christian College

Classification: CSA Teaching Award

Reporting to: Head of Secondary

Accountable to: Executive Principal

Job Type: Full-time

(12 month contract with possible extension)

Summerland Christian College is K to 12 College located in Goonellabah on the NSW North Coast. The College is governed by Centre Church Lismore and is affiliated with Christian Schools Australia. The College has provided interdenominational Christian education in the local area for 44 years.

The College is committed to offering a quality education with a distinctively Christian ethos. It provides a wide range of both academic and practical subjects along with extra-curricular activities. The dedicated teaching staff seek the best for each student in their care, not only as a professional duty but also as a duty of faith.

Your Opportunity

We seek someone who can make a broad contribution to teaching in the Maths and/or Science areas (ability to teach Stage 6 advantageous and possible leadership opportunity).

The successful candidate will commence their appointment in Term 1 of 2025.

Essential Criteria

Your suitability for the role will be assessed using the following criteria. Please respond to the Essential Criteria along with your application.

• Personal Christian commitment, Church involvement and ability to teach with a Christian world view;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality teaching and learning programs in your nominated areas to maximize learning using current research and evidence;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students including the use of appropriate interpersonal skills, and the ability to apply classroom management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a positive and supportive learning environment;
• A willingness to work collaboratively with parents, College staff and members of the wider community in order to establish and maintain productive partnerships to achieve educational outcomes.

Role, Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Your role as Secondary Teacher at Summerland Christian College includes:

• Plan, prepare and deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the NESA Professional Standards for Teachers and relevant syllabi;
• Maintain teaching competency and currency of knowledge of relevant curriculum programs as required by the College and other relevant statutory authorities;
• Support students through interaction with them in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices;
• Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional wellbeing and safety of students whilst at the College;
• Assess students (diagnostic, formative and summative) for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes;
• Maintain student records and report on student performance to students, parents, College Leadership Team, Principal, Board and other stakeholders;
• Participate in the collaborative development and evaluation of curriculum and regularly monitor the effectiveness of the learning/teaching program;
• Participate as appropriate in school decision-making processes and professional development.

College Staff Expectations

As an employee at Summerland Christian College you are required to:

• Exhibit behavior, through word and action, which reflects the ethos and Christian foundations of the school;
• Abide by the Staff Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policies;
• Be familiar with and follow school policies and procedures;
• Carry out your responsibilities to the best of your ability and in a Christian, safe and professional manner;
• Reflect on your own work performance and seek further training or professional development opportunities.

Personal Competencies

In this role at Summerland Christian College you will display:

• Confidentiality, tact and sensitivity to staff, students and their families;
• Outstanding judgement;
• High level integrity;
• Agility to adapt to a constantly changing environment;
• Strong improvement orientation;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Participation in and contribution to teams;
• The outworking of Christian qualities.

Summerland Christian College is a child-safe environment. We are committed to child safety and to promoting the cultural safety, participation and empowerment of all children.

How to Apply: Please view the Position Description and provide a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role, a current CV and a short response to the essential criteria outlined in the position description to:

or via the 'Apply for this Job' button below.

Applications close: Friday 27 September, 2024. The College may interview and/or employ suitable candidates before the closing date.