AddressOur Lady of Mercy College (OLMC), Parramatta is a leading Catholic independent school for girls established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889. The College is located within a dynamic educational precinct in North Parramatta.
The College is seeking a full time, permanent teacher of English and/or Religious Education. The primary purpose of this role is to nurture the gifts and talents of each student ensuring that our Catholic practices and Mercy Values underpin all aspects of life in the school.
In particular, the successful applicant will have comprehensive knowledge of and experience in teaching Stage 4 and 5 with the ability to teach Stage 6 is preferred. Experience providing and developing coursework that meets the syllabus, preparing tasks that challenge our students to think deeply, and timely and constructive feedback that guides reflection and improvement.
The successful candidate will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications to teach both English and/or Religious Education in NSW
- Capacity to critically reflect and adjust teaching practice to improve learning outcomes
- Capacity to establish a supportive environment conducive to effective student learning
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, administrative, organisational and collaborative working skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to the teaching requirements of the College
- Willingness to actively support and participate in the life of the College, and the Catholic mission and Mercy values of the College
- Willingness to participate in the co-curricular life of the College (noting that there are no regular weekend sporting commitments)
- A Current WWCC
Why work at OLMC Parramatta?
- The College pays for staff parking in Parramatta Leagues Club (one block away)
- You will be a member of a professional and dynamic department and educational team
- You are in walking distance of coffee, food and retail shops
- Morning tea is provided every day, with regular whole-staff events
Please note:
- Interviews may proceed as applications are submitted, and the College reserves the right to appoint an applicant to the role prior to the closing date.
- Applications should be addressed to Ms Lucie Farrugia, Principal, OLMC
- Rigorous pre-employment screening will be conducted for preferred candidates including NESA accreditation, WWCC, approved subject areas and reference checks.
- Applications close at 9am on Tuesday 2 April 2024.
