We are seeking a secondary maths and/or science teacher to join our educational community.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering quality teaching and learning programs in the maths and/or science areas, including stage 6. They will also have the opportunity to take on leadership roles within our institution.
As a member of our team, you will be committed to providing a positive and supportive learning environment for our students. You will also be expected to work collaboratively with parents, college staff, and members of the wider community to achieve academic outcomes.
Essential Criteria:
* 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:
* 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 institution 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 institution;
* 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:
* Exhibit behavior, through word and action, which reflects the ethos and Christian foundations of the institution;
* Abide by the staff code of conduct and child safe policies;
* Be familiar with and follow institution 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:
* 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.
Benefits:
You will have the opportunity to take on leadership roles within our institution and contribute to the development and evaluation of curriculum. You will also have access to professional development opportunities to enhance your teaching practice and personal competencies.
Other Opportunities:
You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values the well-being and safety of students. You will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with parents and members of the wider community to achieve educational outcomes.