Secondary Teacher - Legal Studies across Years 7 – 12 and Middle-Years Humanities

Position Objective

The role of the Secondary Teacher is to provide quality education and care for students through commitment to the Christian ethos of the College, professional practice, professional engagement, and professional learning. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to teach Senior Years Humanities, Economics and/or Business would be an advantage.

Key Functions, Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Deliverables

Professional Practice

• Demonstrate, develop and maintain both effective practices in learning and teaching and positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Create a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner centred, supportive, cooperative and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices.
• Collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy; evaluate their effectiveness; assess and report student progress; and report these to students, parents and the community.
• Implementing effective, differentiated, inclusive and equitable practices and teaching strategies.
• Proactively and collaboratively engage in professional renewal practices to enhance student outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with the Leadership Team and other staff members in contributing to the professional life of the school.
• Provide effective supervision of students.
• Establish positive relationships with members of the College community, including engaging in the pastoral care of students.

Professional Relationships

• Foster and develop appropriate professional relationships with parents, guardians and the wider College community.
• Value and support the distinctive role of parents and guardians as partners in the learning and teaching process.
• Engage the wider community, where appropriate, in learning and teaching programs.
• Support, as appropriate, the involvement of the College in special events and celebrations.
• Attend and conduct 3 Way Conference (Parent/Teacher interviews) as required.

Professional Learning

• Commit to maintain currency of professional knowledge and skills, and participate in the school renewal processes.
• Maintain and demonstrate knowledge of relevant contemporary pedagogy
• Maintain a high level of academic knowledge relevant to their teaching areas
• Regularly engage in collaborative processes through which they share knowledge of key learning areas, subjects and pedagogical approaches with colleagues
• Maintain currency for teaching in a Lutheran School.

Other

• Attendance at weekly Staff Meetings/Staff Briefings/Department meetings.
• Professional Development during Student Free Day/Weeks.
• Attendance at any other Meeting/Committee, as directed by the Head of Middle School and/or Head of Senior School.
• Undertake the responsibilities of the position while at the same time following College policies and procedures, Equal Opportunity and Anti- Discrimination legislation and requirements, as well as Workplace Health and Safety legislation.
• Undertake all other duties and/or tasks as directed from time to time by the Head of Middle School, Head of Senior School, Deputy Principal and/or Principal.

Professional Qualifications

• Must have a current Queensland College of Teacher registration (or be eligible for registration).
• Teaching experience in Secondary (Years 7 -12).

Administration Skills

• The ability to provide a positive and stimulating teaching and learning environment with a focus on evidence-based practice to improve student learning outcomes.
• The ability to lead and design quality, age appropriate and inclusive teaching and learning programs informed by learning analytics, curriculum knowledge and student welfare.
• Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and improve the performance of individuals and teams in a changing educational environment.
• Demonstrated strong administration skills; having the ability to work autonomously, with the need of minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated strong time management and organisation skills with the ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines; and be able to respond rapidly to change.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated strong computer skills in all Microsoft applications.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective practices in learning and teaching, including the integration of ICT.
• Commitment to meet quality standards; and the willingness to update their skills and knowledge on a regular basis.
• Ability to select and use appropriately, a wide range of teaching and assessment strategies to suit the needs of a diverse range of students.
• Assessment and reporting practices – ability to provide constructive advice to parents.
• Sound classroom management.
• Assist student teachers in the development of their teaching skills.

Communication Skills

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents.
• Ability to implement processes, structures, resources and documentation to ensure staff are informed and equipped to provide quality learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to the pastoral care of students.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to support the College’s co-curricular program.

ICT/Technical Skills

• Familiarity with software and devices.
• Competency with computer technology and a willingness to maintain and develop skill through professional development including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Willingness/capability to utilise technology across the curriculum.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and flexibility to learn new technology and retain learnings.

Specific Requirements    

• Certificate III in Education Support
• Demonstrated knowledge, experience, and study:
• HTTAID001 – Provide CPR
• HLTAID003 – Provide First Aid
• Possession of a current Positive Notice Blue Card for Child Related Employment issued by Blue Card Services
• Must satisfy all visa requirements for working in Australia

 

Closing date:  Monday 18 November 2024 at 9:00am