AddressThe Role
We are seeking a dynamic English Teacher to join our dedicated team. You will be responsible for delivering a cutting-edge English curriculum at Sheldon College. Working with a passionate team of dedicated educators, your goal will be to enhance the capabilities of students within the English and Languages Education Faculty (teaching Years 7 - 10 ACARA English, with Years 11 and 12 QCAA English and/or Literature experience, as desired).
This position is to commence Term 3, 2024
Benefits
At Sheldon College we strive to be an employer of choice, providing industry leading benefits to our valued Academic teams and are focused on attracting, developing and retaining the best people, through:
- Industry leading remuneration and Co-contribution Superannuation;
- Salary packaging;
- Relocation support;
- Staff Lunch days and Coffee and Cake days every term;
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Staff Wellness Committee;
- On-Site Early Learning Centre with employee fee discount
- Prep - 12 College with employee fee discounts;
- Health initiatives including onsite pop up clinics;
- Support for career progression and a strong focus on professional development;
- Providing staff with the information, tools and technology they need to succeed;
- Facilities and Resources that enable you to be the best, innovative professional in your field;
About you
- Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications majoring in English curriculum;
- Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT);
- Ability to plan and deliver exceptional teaching and learning programs that meet the needs of students in English according to ACARA and QCAA curriculum;
- Experience and knowledge in preparing students for External Examinations;
Knowledge of QCAA accreditation in the QCE processes (i.e. Endorsement, Confirmation); - Passion for quality learning and teaching, and the ability to translate this into a challenging learning environment with strong student engagement and excellent academic outcomes;
- Ability to create a safe, secure learning environment in which trust is fostered, individual differences are respected and valued, and students are encouraged to be risk takers and self-directed learners;
- Capacity for reflection and self-directed learning with a commitment to continuously improve teaching practices;
- Ability to apply creative and innovative practices and processes in education and digital platform tools to support student learning;
- Strong team orientation with a willingness to contribute and collaborate;
Ability to establish effective relationships with students, parents and colleagues and partnerships within the wider community; - High standards of personal integrity and professionalism
About Us
Sheldon College is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational College situated in Redland City, catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academic, sporting and cultural arenas with access to state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, resource centres and studios, as well as cultural, performing arts and sporting facilities.
Our teachers are our most valuable investment. Every member of our academic staff plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to provide outstanding education in a safe, secure learning environment, underpinned by our philosophy of Love, Laughter and Learning.
