Science Classroom Teacher - St Mary MacKillop College - Isabella Plains ACT

St Mary MacKillop College (Canberra) (see more jobs from this school)

Isabella Plains, ACT 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Science

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 19 May 2024


St Mary MacKillop College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, the support of family life, and the enrichment of all our people. The curriculum at St Mary MacKillop College is undertaken in an environment where each person is valued and respected as an individual whose personal growth is of paramount importance.

<div> <p><strong>Location: </strong><span>Isabella Plains, ACT&nbsp;</span><br><strong>Employment Type:&nbsp;</strong><span>Permanent&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;<br><span><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;</span><span>Full-time&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range:</strong><span> $76,754 - $126,236 (based on skills and experience) plus superannuation </span>&nbsp;<br><span><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;</span><span>11.55 pm, 19 May 2024&nbsp;</span></p> </div> <div> <p><strong><span>About Us</span>&nbsp;</strong><br><span>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.</span>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><span>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</span>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About St Mary MacKillop College&nbsp;</strong><br>St Mary MacKillop College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, the support of family life, and the enrichment of all our people. The curriculum at St Mary MacKillop College is undertaken in an environment where each person is valued and respected as an individual whose personal growth is of paramount importance.</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong><br>We have an exciting opportunity for a Science Teacher to join our vibrant and comprehensive team at St Mary MacKillop College.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><span>A positive and collaborative workplace culture</span>&nbsp;</li> <li><span>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst</span>&nbsp;</li> <li><span>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-i</span><span>m</span><span>pact teaching practice</span>&nbsp;</li> <li><span>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)</span>&nbsp;</li> <li><span>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)</span>&nbsp;</li> <li><span>Support for professional development and study opportunities</span>&nbsp;</li> <li><span>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong><br></span></p> <ul> <li>Working in a collegial manner with the Curriculum Coordinator, members of the faculty, and with whole staff, to ensure that the College Vision is implemented and practised;</li> <li>Involvement in the development of educational policies of the College, especially as they relate to teaching areas;</li> <li>An awareness of the Church’s teaching on contemporary issues and a commitment to ensure that such teaching is respected and presented throughout subject areas;</li> <li>The development of programs of study that are contemporary and challenging;</li> <li>Ensuring that classroom pedagogy and assessment are of the highest quality and aligned with current practice in teaching and learning;</li> <li>Supporting the Coordinator in the promotion of the learning area.</li> <li>Participation in other activities relating to the teaching and learning processes of the school, e.g. Parent-Teacher Evenings, Information Nights;</li> <li>Responsibility for all aspects of administrative duties that relate to teaching and pastoral duties e.g. keeping class rolls, accurate records, student reports, correspondence etc;</li> <li>Promote and implement shared practices around literacy and numeracy across the curriculum;</li> <li>Value and contribute to strategic planning for school improvement in the broader teaching and learning program of the school.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Must hold a relevant Working with Children registration and Teaching Accreditation;&nbsp;</li> <li>Must have completed relevant degree;&nbsp;</li> <li>Be an outstanding teacher of experience and initiative who can work effectively with the curriculum team, colleagues, students and families;</li> <li>Demonstrate a deep knowledge of contemporary issues and practices in teaching from Years 7-12;</li> <li>Contribute to the development of pedagogy and assessment practices across the curriculum;</li> <li>As a classroom leader work effectively with colleagues and their Faculty Coordinator to develop a vision and profile for Integrated Humanities;</li> <li>Support the College to build community with staff, students and their families;</li> <li>Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, parents and community members; and</li> <li>Promote stewardship of our Vision for a Catholic School in the Josephite tradition.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;<br></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.</span>&nbsp;</li> <li><span>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</span>&nbsp;</li> </ul> <div> <p><strong><span>Application Process</span>&nbsp;<br></strong><span>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description.</span>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><span>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.</span>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><span>For further information about the School please visit o</span><span>ur&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.mackillop.act.edu.au/"><span>website</span></a><span><a href="https://www.mackillop.act.edu.au/">.</a> Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;</span><a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span>here</span></a><span>.</span>&nbsp;</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong><span>&nbsp;Please contact <strong>Michael Lee</strong> on&nbsp;02 6209 0100</span><span>&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:michael.lee@mackillop.act.edu.au">michael.lee@mackillop.act.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</span></p> </div> <div> <p><span><strong>Application queries:</strong> </span><span>Please contact the <strong>Recruitment team</strong> on 02 6218 0007 or via email&nbsp;</span><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</span></a><span>.</span>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503173/science-classroom-teacher-st-mary-mackillop-college-isabella-plains-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>