<p></p><p>Bellfield College is an independent co-educational school, educating young Australians in a nurturing and affirming community. The College promotes the pursuit of academic excellence and social responsibility supporting its staff and families to meet the high expectations for the achievement and holistic development of its students in our local, national and international communities. </p><p>Bellfield College have a future focused mindset and maintain a positive and effective learning environment through well-prepared and varied lessons, which cater to the range of student abilities and interests. </p><p>Our educational programs in Junior School support a diverse range of student learning needs. We have a supportive community who take pride in the school and its achievements and actively participate in community events bringing together parents, students and teachers.<br /></p><p>At Bellfield College Junior School, we are creating and leading a culture of continuous improvement to ensure that every student, every teacher and every leader improves every year. </p><p><b>About the role </b></p><p>The K - 2 Stage Coordinator position is classified as a Position of Special Responsibility under the Independent Schools NSW Teachers (Hybrid Model)  MEA 2021 with a points value of 3. The successful applicant will be remunerated at their relevant base rate salary as per this Agreement and in addition, at the rate of allowance prescribed for a 3 point coordinator position.</p><p>The K - 2 Stage Coordinator position is a classroom teaching role with a concessional period allowance provided (in addition to RFF), to carry out coordinator responsibilities.</p><p><b>This is a temporary position for term 3 and term 4, 2022 (18th July - 9th December 2022).</b></p><p> </p><p><b>The K - 2 Stage Coordinator will: </b></p><ul><li>Lead teaching, learning, and wellbeing for students within the Stage and be responsible for building a positive and cohesive team of passionate and inspired teachers</li><li>Possess a deep understanding of evidence-based pedagogy and demonstrate a commitment to engaging and developing students and teachers</li><li>Support colleagues to review, interpret and implement legislative, administrative and organisational requirements, policies and processes</li><li>Collaborate with peers and members of the College’s leadership team to guide current and future strategic priorities of the Bellfield College Junior School Improvement Plan</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications and Experience</b></p><p><b>The K - 2 Stage Coordinator will demonstrate: </b></p><ul><li>A commitment to excellence in student learning as evidenced by passionate and expert teaching</li><li>Experience in leading a professional team and managing innovative, responsive and flexible programs</li><li>A thorough understanding and commitment to best practice in curriculum design</li><li>Possess sound knowledge of the current NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) K-6 Syllabus</li><li>Ability to meet the diverse needs of all students and to foster every child&#39;s educational potential</li><li>Ability to work with and within a team</li><li>The ability to lead and assist others in growing their practice and performance</li><li>Strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills both written and verbal</li><li>Well-developed organisational and administration skills including the ability to put systems in place and meet deadlines</li><li>Appropriate Australian tertiary qualifications in primary school (K - 6) teaching, with Proficient (or higher) teacher accreditation status with the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA)</li></ul><p><b>Personal Attributes </b></p><p><b>The K - 2 Stage Coordinator will be: </b></p><ul><li>Authentic with a strong personal presence, poise and capacity to inspire and care for students, staff and stakeholders</li><li>Confident in engaging with parents and students</li><li>Able to articulate and engage with a personal warmth that engenders mutual respect and builds commitment and community at the College</li><li>Optimistic, demonstrate respect, have a growth mindset and be solution focused</li><li>Self-motivated, show initiative and practice accountability</li><li>Supportive of the values of Bellfield College and be willing to contribute to the total life of the College.</li><li>Professional and possess the ability to maintain confidentiality</li></ul><p><b>Reporting Relationships </b></p><p><b>The K - 2 Stage Coordinator will: </b></p><ul><li><b>Be responsible to </b>– Head of Junior School</li><li><b>Work with</b> – Deputy Head of Junior School, Head of Illuminations and Stage Coordinators</li><li><b>Be responsible for</b> – K - 2 Stage team (teachers and students)</li></ul><p><b>Specific Selection criteria </b></p><ul><li>Proven capacity to balance the demands of the leadership role of a Stage Coordinator with classroom teaching</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a dynamic member of the executive team to facilitate, implement and evaluate school initiatives within the Junior School Strategic Improvement Plan</li><li>An approachable and highly visible leader with the capacity to build strong teams and support the ethos, principles and practices of the College</li><li>Demonstrated ability to coordinate and lead the delivery of high-quality differentiated teaching and learning which include 21st Century learning and skills</li><li>Experience and interest in embedding Digital Technologies in teaching programs and authentic learning experiences, such as coding, robotics and Learning Management Systems</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop and lead positive learning environments with an extensive understanding of effective behaviour management strategies that enhance student wellbeing and learning outcomes</li></ul><p><i>This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.</i></p><p><b>How to apply </b></p><p>Please complete and submit the following documents directly to Amy Carrigg, Human Resources Manager via email hr&#64;bellfield.nsw.edu.au. Please do not hesitate to contact the College should you require assistance. </p><p>1. Application for Employment form. Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application. <a href="https://issuu.com/bellfieldcollege/docs/application_for_employment_-_teacher" rel="nofollow">https://issuu.com/bellfieldcollege/docs/application_for_employment_-_teacher</a></p><p>2. A cover letter addressing the <b>Specific Selection Criteria</b> and your suitability to the position (no more than 3 pages). </p><p>3. NESA eTAMS Teacher Summary Report. </p><p><b>Applications Close: Friday 22nd July 2022</b></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>