The Opportunity

Our College is an exciting and progressive place to be. We are seeking an outstanding ongoing Secondary Teacher - Science with a passion for learning to join our supportive pastoral community. 

In addition to being an innovative educator, dedicated to building relationships and empowering our learners, applicants must also be able to demonstrate a commitment to:

- The Catholic Faith

- Catholic Education

- Exemplary Learning & Teaching Practice

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Contemporary Teaching

• Employ a variety of effective teaching strategies to effectively implement the curriculum

• Give appropriate time to lesson planning and organisation

• Understand state and national course requirements

• Keep accurate records of student attendance

• Embrace the use of information and communications technologies to enhance learning

• Engage in learning progress discussions

• Write formal academic reports that conform to report writing guidelines

• Monitor the progress of each student and provide meaningful and regular feedback to each student on their progress

• Liaise with appropriate support staff in the implementation of the curriculum

Pastoral Care and Child Safety

• Be familiar with and comply with the school's child-safe policy and code of conduct, and any other policies or procedures relating to child safety

• Assist in the provision of a child-safe environment for students.

• Demonstrate duty of care to students in relation to their physical and mental wellbeing.

• Proactively monitor and support student wellbeing

• Exercise pastoral care in a manner which reflects school values

• Implement strategies which promote a healthy and positive learning environment

• Attend school liturgical celebrations where possible

• Attend relevant school organised activities, as required

Curriculum Development

• Plan, develop, review and evaluate curriculum in subject areas and at year levels which you teach

• Ensure the diverse needs of learners is considered during curriculum development

• Develop assessment instruments in a collegial manner where whole group testing takes place

• Evaluate digital learning materials and make recommendations to subject coordinators about their implementation

• Create and evaluate online resources for the purposes of enriching the curriculum

• Attend subject meetings as scheduled

Professional Development

• Have current knowledge of curriculum initiatives in your teaching areas

• Keep abreast of regularly updated information from the VCAA

• Commit to ongoing professional development in your teaching areas

• Be open to researching areas of interest relevant to directions provided in the school’s strategic plan

• Continue development of ICT skills as technologies evolve

• Participate in the staff appraisal process

• Be an active member of relevant professional associations

• Support collegial learning by acting as a mentor or supervising and supporting a student teacher after consultation

Co-curricular Involvement

• Support and be involved in the co-curricular program, as required

• Proactively encourage students to participate in co-curricular activities

• Act as a role model for participating students

• Keep accurate records of student attendance and participation within the co-curricular activity

• Create and maintain a safe environment in which students may enjoy their participation

• Oversee the provision and care of relevant equipment materials and first aid requirements

General and Administrative Duties

• Contribute to a healthy and safe work environment for yourself and others and comply with all safe work policies and procedures

• Comply with all administrative duties required including development of PLPs and other learning plans as appropriate

• Maintain currency of first aid, mandatory reporting and anaphylaxis training

• Demonstrate duty of care to students in relation to the physical and mental wellbeing

• Attend all relevant school meetings and after school services/assemblies, sporting events, mass, community and faith days as well as professional learning opportunities

• Participate in duty supervision as rostered and other supervision duties when required

• Demonstrate professional and collegiate relationships with colleagues

• Uphold the professional standards expected of a teacher

At St Anne’s College, we believe school is not only a place to nurture culture, but to create it, to encourage critical thinking, creativity, and relationships.

If you’re passionate, enthusiastic, creative, inspiring, and dedicated, we want to hear from you!

Apply now!

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)

CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating 19,750 students in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.

If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.