AddressEstablished in 1879, St Aloysius' College is a Catholic, Jesuit day school for boys from Year 3 to Year 12. Situated in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it has an enrolment of over 1200 students.
The College is conducted by the Society of Jesus and is part of a worldwide network of Jesuit primary and secondary schools and universities.
About the Role
Gifted Education Teacher - Senior School
St Aloysius' College is currently seeking to appoint a committed Gifted Education Teacher to commence Term II on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Head of Learning Enrichment, this ongoing role will be responsible for proactively identifying and supporting high potential students across Years 7-12, with diverse learning needs to achieve their full academic potential.
As a qualified and experienced specialist in Gifted Education, the successful applicant will create a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment, conducive to meeting the educational needs of students, through the development and implementation of targeted and effective learning strategies. The successful candidate will be passionate about learning and teaching and demonstrate a deep commitment to the wellbeing of each student.
Working effectively within a high performing team of four, you will proactively collaborate with subject teachers and other members of staff in the collection and analysis of data to support the growth of high potential learners, whilst also positively contributing to the development of resources and skills to support teachers in identifying and supporting students with diverse learning needs.
We Offer
At St Aloysius' we are a proud community with strong Ignatian traditions, committed to fostering an authentic sense of team, developing career pathways and offering a workplace culture, benefits and opportunities reflective of a contemporary work environment.
The College offers staff:
- Professional growth and career development opportunities through tailored programs for teaching, support and operational staff;
- Competitive remuneration, paying above MEA rates;
- Brand new learning and office facilities opening in 2024;
- Mentoring and coaching for early career and graduate teachers;
- Accreditation support for Experienced Teachers;
- Tertiary study and research grants;
- Student tuition fee discounts;
- Salary sacrifice options;
- Staff Wellbeing Program, inclusive of vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program and in-house counselling services;
- Access to aquatic and fitness centre facilities.
About You
To be considered for this position, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate:
- Commitment to the mission of Catholic education of boys in the Jesuit tradition;
- Possess relevant secondary teaching qualifications and eligibility to teach under the requirements of NESA;
- Preferably subject expertise within the areas of English, Mathematics or Science;
- Possess relevant qualifications in one or more areas related to special education;
- Proven experience with team teaching and working collaboratively with class teachers to develop and implement strategies and adjustments to support diverse learning needs, specifically gifted;
- Demonstrated experience or capacity to proactively identify, analyse and track data to support the growth of high potential learners;
- Knowledge of administration requirements pertaining to National Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) and NESA Disability Provisions;
- Possess highly developed interpersonal skills demonstrating an ability to effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff;
- Should have a willingness to be involved in the College’s co-curricular activities;
- Demonstrated understanding of relevant legislative requirements, particularly those related to Child Protection/Safeguarding Children, WHS and risk management;
- Possess a valid Working with Children Check.
How to Apply
For more information about the College, this opportunity, selection criteria and the application process please visit the College website:
https://www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/about-us/employment/current-opportunities
Only applications received via recruitment@staloysius.nsw.edu.au will be considered, and St Aloysius’ College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
St Aloysius’ College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
Applications Close: 12.00pm, Tuesday 5 March 2024
www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au
