AddressFull-time / ongoing – commencing Term 2, 2024
About Us
Edmund Rice College is an Independent Catholic secondary boys’ school (Years 7 – 12), centrally located in the heart of the Illawarra and within walking distance of the University of Wollongong. One of over 50 schools across Australia in the Edmund Rice Education Australia network, the College is located on 9 magnificent hectares in Mt Keira. The College is a regional comprehensive school for boys drawing students from all regions of the Illawarra. The College offers substantial modern facilities set in a picturesque setting. With a broad curriculum and an extensive extracurricular program, Edmund Rice College caters for interests, skills and abilities across a wide spectrum in a contemporary technologically rich educational setting. Strongly inclusive, the College prides itself on its diversity as it welcomes students from all backgrounds and cultures.
The Role
Edmund Rice College, Wollongong is seeking applications for a permanent full-time English Teacher to commence Term 2, 2024.
To be considered for this role, you will need to possess the following:
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and approval to teach in NSW, specifically appropriate qualifications for the teaching of all courses in English to HSC level
• Prior experience in teaching English in Years 7-12 (English Advanced, Extension 1 and Extension 2 would be an advantage)
• The ability and willingness to teach Religious Education and Italian (desirable)
• An understanding and commitment to the Mission and Ethos of the College
• The ability to relate to boys and a practical knowledge of boys’ education issues and initiatives
• Have highly developed interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff
• Be an innovative and engaging classroom teacher
• Ability to create a positive learning environment in the classroom and promote student responsibility for learning
• Commitment to academic excellence
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Possess a valid Working with Children Check
• Knowledge and appreciation of WHS
• A commitment to the child safeguarding principles.
• The ability and willingness to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the College
(Please refer to the Role Description below for further information)
The Process
Applications (including CV and covering letter) to be submitted through www.edmundricecollege.nsw.edu.au by 15 March 2024
The appointment of a successful candidate is conditional and based on the successful completion of all pre-employment screening, including child-related employment and reference checks.
