<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Merici College is an all girls’ 7-12 Catholic college committed to excellence in the education of girls, striving to assist all students to develop their potential academically, spiritually, culturally, physically and socially through innovative programs. Merici College is an IB World School, authorised to offer the Diploma Program (Years 11-12) and in the process of candidacy for the Middle Years Program (Year 7-10).<br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">The College focuses on all aspects of learning through its <em>Principles of Powerful Learning</em>. We aim at empowering students to become responsible for their own learning, working in partnership with teachers to maximise the results of the efforts they make as learners. <em>Powerful Learning</em> incorporates concepts such Academic Excellence through varied teaching styles, growth mindset and inquiry learning; Innovative Digital Learning through a bring your own device program and learning management system; Inclusivity with differentiated learning and teaching is fostered for a joy of learning; Faith, Hope and Love is the focus of our Christ centred values, creating positive relationships for all.</span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">We are currently seeking to appoint an experienced Science Co-ordinator at Merici College.&nbsp;<br><br>To be successful in this role, you will have the passion and expertise to work individually and collectively with students and staff, to maximise the learning outcomes for each individual student, ensuring that programs and teaching strategies are differentiated for the specific learning needs of students across a full range of abilities. The successful applicant will be expected to work collegially and collaboratively as part of the Leadership and Management Teams, and in correspondence with the Executive Team, plan and implement whole school goals and to effect change. <br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the aims of Catholic Education.<br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Please note that this is a full-time, fixed-term position commencing 25 January 2021. <br><br>This position is for an initial two-year period with an opportunity for further extensions. Two further extensions (each of four years) will be offered based on performance outcomes. The position will be underpinned by a permanent (ongoing) teaching position within Catholic Education.</span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">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><br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Applicants are required to submit a cover letter including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the <a href="https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtrvCvu3FTVns6uxQ32jO_UjKhboJgxtS0uyAjMMZKF0DdW_7voA7J-IhxcfsvSW5ke4ggMr1a5tTdl3jNcShRclIV_WFFjau7slRMwH9NmOvWwyCYlH5yTZYT9F1T6xKZENx73Ps89JcIa_lC_DcwKw%7e%7e">Position Description</a> including a current resume.&nbsp;<br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Visit our College website <a href="https://www.merici.act.edu.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.<br><br></span><strong style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Further enquiries:</strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> Can be directed to Lauren Frankham on 02 6243 4100 or via email </span><a style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt" href="mailto:lauren.frankham@merici.act.edu.au">lauren.frankham@merici.act.edu.au</a><br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Recruitment questions:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a><br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>To apply: </strong>All applicants will be required to go through the e-recruitment system by clicking the 'apply now' button. This will take you through the application process.<br><br></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Closing Date: </strong>11:55pm, Monday 12 October 2020</span></p><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/496699/science-coordinator-merici-college-braddon-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>