<p dir="ltr">The Acting Religious Education Coordinator is responsible to the Principal and shares in the leadership of a nominated Catholic school community by supporting the Principal and leadership team. The Acting Religious Education Coordinator exercises this responsibility by ensuring that the school delivers high quality contemporary learning and teaching for the community it serves which is embedded in the Catholic world view. It is a collaborative ministry of witness and service and part of the evangelising mission of the Church. The Acting Religious Education Coordinator exercises this responsibility by contributing a deep knowledge of the Religious Education curriculum and in enhancing the liturgical, sacramental and spiritual life of the school.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Position Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A strong commitment to the Catholic faith in practice and lifestyle, witness and modelling</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A minimum of four years professional qualification in education</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Substantial currency in Religious Education pedagogy and knowledge of the Religious Education curriculum</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Accreditation to teach Religious Education and the completion of a Master of Religious Education/Theology or commitment to complete within four years of appointment</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">An understanding of contemporary learning theory and practice, and an ability to ensure this is evident in the teaching within the school</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Capacity to challenge and lead a school community that gives witness to the Catholic faith and its teaching and is aligned with the system strategic intent</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A strong commitment to team and building relationships</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and formation.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>In addition to the above, we are particularly interested in any applicants who can demonstrate the following Additional Criteria:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Knowledge of the Religious Education Curriculum and its practical implementation in learning spaces</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Knowledge of contemporary learning frameworks and experience in building the capacity of other teachers in this area</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Practical evidence of school leadership where the focus is to improve student outcomes through effective teacher coaching and mentoring</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Able to engage in reflective practice for continuous learning&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">This is a temporary full-time opportunity commencing <strong>Term 1, 2022.</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Contact details of the Parish Priest, from your Parish where you worship, must also be included in your cover letter.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Interested candidates must have applications submitted by 11:55pm on Friday 8 October 2021.</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The Organisation</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta provides quality learning and teaching in a faith-centred environment across 83 primary and secondary schools and within early learning and out of school hours care centres in Western Sydney.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CEDP’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children.</p> <p dir="ltr">CEDP promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">Successful Candidates for all positions at CEDP must have a valid Working With Children Check. 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