Status: Senior School Humanities Teacher (Years 9-12)
Commencement Date: Full Time - Permanent
Position Location: Valley Campus, 4 The Valley Avenue, Gungahlin
Line Managment: This position will be responsible to the Head of Senior School through the Humanities Faculty Leader, and ultimately to the Principal
Duties:
- Use a range of teaching strategies to deliver quality programs that are inclusive of all students and are responsive to their learning strengths and needs
- Ability to teach Sociology, Economics, Legal Studies and Business Studies. Ability to teach Religious Studies would be advantageous
- Establish a rapport with students to create inclusive, supportive learning environments
- Work collaboratively with colleagues
- Communicate with colleagues, students and parents in a respectful, effective and professional way
- Actively participate in the school’s co-curricular program, providing appropriate duty of care and supervision which may include a weekend commitment
- Participate in the pastoral care program and if required, lead a Pastoral Care class
- Actively participate in professional learning activities aligned with the school’s priorities
- Actively support the Christian ethos of an Anglican School
- Other duties as required
Pastoral Care
- Take responsibility for a Pastoral Care class, including:
- Developing positive relationships with students
- Monitoring uniform, appearance and student behaviour
- Teach the Pastoral Care program
- Liaise with parents regarding academic and pastoral progress of students
- Undertake administrative tasks required
Selection criteria
- A relevant teaching qualification and experience teaching to Senior School students
- A passion for effective teaching and learning
- An understanding of positive education theory and practices
- An interest in working with adolescents
- The ability to differentiate the teaching program to address students’ learning styles and varied academic needs
- A willingness to participate in curriculum development and professional development
- Expertise or interest in the emotional, social and physical development of adolescents
- Experience in the meaningful integration of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) into the curriculum
Your Opportunity Awaits
If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of young learners and be part of a dynamic educational community, Burgmann Anglican School is the place for you.