Primary Teaching Position
St James' Primary School
Kotara South
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Temporary
Job overview
| Location | KOTARA SOUTH St James' Primary School | |
| Vacancy Type | Temporary Part Time | |
| Hours/FTE | 0.75 FTE | |
| Description | Part-time temporary release from Face to Face primary teaching position at St James' Primary School, Kotara South on Tuesdays to Fridays. | |
| Position Requirements | • a relevant understanding of the philosophy of Catholic Education. • ability to teach in the primary curriculum area K-6. • high level knowledge of the relevant key learning area (K-6) and a proven capacity to improve student learning. • high quality classroom teaching skills in the area of ES1 - 3 which enable students with a diverse range of needs to achieve their full potential. • exemplary values and attitudes appropriate to professional practice and the intellectual, physical and social development of students. • ability to successfully implement and evaluate curriculum initiatives in accordance with curriculum and standards framework. • demonstrated capacity to reflect critically upon professional practice and commitment to ongoing professional learning. • commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities as a member of the school team. • high level of communication and interpersonal skills when relating to students, parents and other teachers. |
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| Essential Criteria | Applicant must • be appropriately qualified as a four year trained primary teacher • be a practising Catholic • record current NESA and Working With Children number on application. • evidence of completion of Anaphylaxis training certificate must be supplied. (https://etraining.allergy.org.au/login/index.php) Note: To start or return to working as a teacher in a NSW school, you must be accredited by NESA. |
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| CommencementStarts | 28/1/20 | |
| Finishing Date | 18/12/20 | |
| Conditions of Employment | Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2017. | |
| Applications Close | Friday 06 December, 2019 | |
| Instructions | Forward your Curriculum Vitae together with a covering letter addressing selection criteria via email (preferred) as one pdf to the contact person. | |
| Contact | Name | Telephone |
| Lucy Harvey (lucy.harvey@mn.catholic.edu.au) | 4952 2414 | |
| Applications to: |
By email (preferred): Lucy Harvey |
By post:
Principal |
| Specific School Requirements/ Additional Info | The covering letter attached to your curriculum vitae should address the criteria as outlined above and include the contact details of your parish priest as well as after hour contacts for other referees. The preferred applicant will be required to complete the registration process for the Diocese. Applications will be received at the school up to 3.00 pm on the closing date. | |
About St James' Primary School
- St James' Primary School
- Vista Parade, Kotara South
- New South Wales
- 2289
- Australia
St James’ Primary School is a mixed, independent, Roman Catholic, mainstream primary school in Kotara South. It caters to students in Kindergarten to Year 6, with approximately 218 pupils enrolled.
St James’ Primary School was founded on 31st January 1961 in Garden Suburb. It was run by two sisters of Mercy in a building that was originally the operating theatre from the Great Migrant Camp. It has close affiliations with the YMCA to help further enhance the education they provide.
Principal
Mark Twohill
Facilities
The school’s recent refurbishment added a new administration building, three new classrooms, a covered outdoor learning area, a library and computer lab and an area for learning support. Classrooms put technology first and foremost and are now equipped with internet and interactive whiteboards, as is the library.
Curriculum
St James’ emphasises the importance of academic subjects such as maths, science and English. It provides plenty of opportunity for development in sports and the arts, including a school band, debating team, violin group, environmental team and school leadership.
School ethos
The school aims to provide a quality, holistic educational programme for its students that fosters each individuals’ expression, creativity and needs. They work hard to produce a Catholic community that reflects the values of Christ and their motto, ‘In faith we learn’. They seek to emulate learning excellence at all times, to always improve and to create a culture of trust, respect and integrity.
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