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Secondary Teacher – Mathematics Stages 4-6 and Information & Software Technology Stage 5

Secondary Teacher – Mathematics Stages 4-6 and Information & Software Technology Stage 5

Catholic Schools Office Maitland- Newcastle

Lochinvar

Job type:
Full Time, Temporary

Job overview

Location LOCHINVAR St Joseph's College
Vacancy TypeTemporary Full Time
Description St Joseph's College, Lochinvar is seeking a full-time Temporary Mathematics Stages 4-6 and IST Teacher – (1 class of IST only) for the 2020 school year.



St Joseph’s College, founded by the Sisters of St Joseph in 1883 is a co-educational secondary school providing a rich and diverse educational experience for 940 students from Years 7 to 12. The College aspires to be a place of learning where students, staff and families are valued and respected for their uniqueness. The community of St Joseph’s welcomes all who are ready to actively share the mission, vision, identity and life of the College.

Located in the stunning Hunter Valley, St Joseph’s has a blend of heritage and modern buildings which include a Chapel & Heritage Centre, new Administration and Resource Centre, a purpose-built hall and associated Café & Hospitality Centre, as well as recently refurbished Performance and Creative Arts spaces.


• Become part of a passionate staff committed to the well-being, academic and spiritual growth of all students


• Take advantage of exciting initiatives and opportunities such as our Flexi-Learning initiative, extensive representative sport opportunities, gifted and accelerated learning programs, dynamic aboriginal education & cultural programs, Ministry & Service initiatives, overseas exchange program and much more


• Engage in a supportive professional development program that is highly valued, fosters innovation and the promotion and maintenance of high expectations and standards


• Make use of contemporary learning models to assist you in delivering quality teaching and learning where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Position Requirements • An understanding of and a clear commitment to the philosophy and objectives of Catholic education;


• Willingness to fulfil the requirements of the Diocesan Faith Accreditation Policy;


• Willingness to learn about and engage with the Josephite charism and integrate this charism into all aspects of professional practice;


• High level knowledge of the Stages 4-6 Mathematics syllabuses and associated requirements and capacity to teach IST in Years 9 or 10


• High quality classroom teaching skills which enable students with a diverse range of needs to achieve to their full potential;


•Thorough understanding of Standards Based Assessment, assessment processes and the importance of productive feedback;


•Capacity to engage a diverse range of students in learning so that they become successful independent learners;


• Sound understanding of pedagogy and the changing nature of learners;


• Proven capacity to use technology as a tool to enhance learning;


• Ability to adopt a range of strategies in order to provide high quality ongoing pastoral care of students;


•Exemplary values and attitudes appropriate to professional practice and the intellectual, physical and social development of students;


•The capacity to reflect critically upon professional practice and a commitment to ongoing professional learning which reflects the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers;


•Commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities;


•Capacity to work as a productive member of a team;


• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills that are appropriate to engaging with students, parents and colleagues.
Essential Criteria • Current NESA Accreditation and Paid Working With Children Check (WWCC);

• Qualifications as a four year trained teacher;

• Completion of Anaphylaxis training;
Desirable Criteria • Compliance with the CSO Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead 2018 - formerly the Faith Education Accreditation (FEA) Policy 2012;

• Current Accreditation at Category B – Accreditation to Teach (Teaching staff who do not teach Religion) or working towards this accreditation.
Starts27/04/2020
Finishing Date27/01/2021
Conditions of EmploymentSalary is in accordance with the New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2017.
Applications Close Monday 16 March, 2020
InstructionsForward your Curriculum Vitae together with a covering letter addressing selection criteria via email (preferred) as one pdf to the contact person.
Contact Name Telephone
  Patricia Hales (Trish.hales@mn.catholic.edu.au) 4930 7291
Applications to:

By email (preferred):

Patricia Hales
Trish.hales@mn.catholic.edu.au

By post:

Principal
St Joseph's College
New England Highway
LOCHINVAR 2321

Specific School Requirements/ Additional Info Benefits including:
• a corporate fitness program;
• employee assistance program (EAP);
• paid parental leave;
• training and staff development programs;
• access to long service leave after just five years;
• opportunity for leasing motor vehicles; and
• 9.5 per cent superannuation. To apply: Please provide your resume (including the after-hours contact details of at least two referees) and an application addressing the selection criteria directly to Principal – Patricia Hales: patricia.hales@mn.catholic.edu.au *Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted* Applications close: Monday 16th March, 2020. 3pm

About Catholic Schools Office Maitland- Newcastle

The Catholic Schools Office (CSO), is responsible for the leadership, efficient operation and management of systemic schools which educate more than 18,000 students in 45 Primary schools, 10 Secondary schools and one K-12 school in the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.
 
The CSO employs more than 1200 teachers and around 550 support staff. Our main focus is providing support for schools to ensure each student receives a quality education and has the opportunity to grow academically, spiritually, physically and emotionally.
 
Catholic schools seek to develop spirit, mind, body and character and to cultivate Gospel values that support lives filled with joy, endeavour and hope in the future. As a Catholic Schools Office, we model ourselves on the person of Jesus Christ as revealed in the Gospels and through the teachings of the Catholic Church.
 

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