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Teacher Aide

Teacher Aide

Mary MacKillop College

Nundah

  • Expired
Job type:
Part Time, Fixed Term

Job overview

 The successful applicant will:

  • have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education;
  • currently hold or be eligible to hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card; and
  • be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.

We are seeking a skilled teacher aide who will bring excellent skills, understanding and enthusiasm for working collaboratively in the education of young women. The successful applicant will join a dynamic team lead by Mrs Dianne Peachey, our Curriculum Leader – Learning Attainment. This team provides support for the learning of a diverse range of students. A love of life, a love of learning and a love of working with young people are essential for this role. The successful applicant must exhibit a mature, well-developed belief in the learning growth potential of each and every student. This is a school officer level 3 position.

Mary MacKillop College has been educating young women in the Josephite spirit for more than 50 years. It’s a great place to learn. Girls in Years 7 -12 enjoy a diverse and innovative curriculum utilising the latest interactive tablet technology blended with teaching strategies which motivate deep thinking, innovation and creativity.

Expectations are high at Mary MacKillop College. Student learning progress is tracked in a comprehensive process of goal setting, review and support. Music, art, drama and sporting activities abound. Action and advocacy for social justice is embedded in the daily life of the College.

MacKillop women are confident, capable women of compassion. MacKillop Women INSPIRE.

Visit our school website here

Estimated Start Date:   Commencing ASAP / 27 August 2018

Position Tenure:   Fixed Term

Weeks Worked:  School term weeks only - holidays unpaid

Tenure Duration (If Fixed Term):   Commencing 27 August until 7 December 2018

Total Paid Hours (per wk) & Days Required:   30 hours per week - required to work Monday to Friday

Salary Level, Range or Hourly Rate:   $26.97 per hour

Employment Conditions:   Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement 2015-2019

This position involves working with children.  The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with the law.

Contact Person:   Mrs Di Peachey

Contact Telephone Number:   07 3266 2100

Contact Email:   mmc@mmc.qld.edu.au

Duty Statement

Statement of Principles - Schools

About Mary MacKillop College

Mary MacKillop College is an all-girls, non-selective, independent secondary school with sixth form in Queensland, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school is situated in Nundah, and has around 500 students and 37 members of staff on record. 

Mary MacKillop College opened in 1964 by the Sisters of St Joseph, and was first known as Mt. St. Joseph's Students Secondary School, before being renamed Mary Mackillop College in 2009 to mark the 100th anniversary of Mary Mackillop's death. The school is proud of its close-knit community and deliberately keeps to a small size to ensure that all pupils find their voice. 

Principal

Christine Clarke

Facilities

Mary MacKillop College has modern classrooms, a theatre, drama studios, music rooms, art rooms, science laboratories, sports courts and expansive outside grounds. 

Curriculum 

The school's curriculum places an important emphasis on IT and students are provided with a computer as part of the one-to-one laptop programme, allowing for them to enhance their learning experience through the use of technology. The expectations of pupils are high and dedicated teaching staff work to ensure that individuals are reaching their full potential, and their learning progress is tracked regularly. Pupils are encouraged to get involved in activities outside the classroom to increase their confidence, practice their skills and pursue their interests. Activities include sports clubs, music lessons and drama class. 

School ethos 

The secondary school's aim is to provide a welcoming and caring learning environment for all students to grow as individuals and fulfil their intellectual, physical, social and spiritual potential. The school is committed to providing a sound education in a Catholic context, and wants to nurture students as confident, responsible and able individuals who will go on to make a positive impact in society.  

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