Humanities Teacher

• Graduates encouraged to apply
• Commencing Term 2, 2024
• Humanities Teacher
• Full-Time
• Fixed-Term | 2024 School Year
• $81,628 - $117,566 per annum + Super (commensurate with experience)
  

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About the role - St Michael’s College is seeking a suitably qualified, dynamic educator to fill the position of Humanities Teacher. The successful applicant will be joining an established and dedicated team of teachers, focused on collaborative working practices, supported by outstanding Heads of Departments.

As a dynamic and innovative member of our school community, you will:

• Create a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner-centred, safe, supportive, co-operative and aligned with relevant curriculum, policies and practices
• Collaborate with your peers to develop and implement quality curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy
• Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning
• Work with the school leadership team and colleagues to contribute to the professional life of the school
• Proactively engage with professional learning to enhance student learning outcomes
• Ensure that the teachings and values of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.
  

About you - To be successful in this role you will bring relevant qualifications and contemporary teaching experience in Humanities, as well as:

• Commitment to Excellence in Learning and Teaching through co-planning from the approved curriculum
• Teaching that provides opportunities for students to develop their love of learning
• A mind-frame of continuous improvement through dedicated feedback processes which includes fortnightly review and response sessions
• Experience working within a Responsible Thinking Process framework would be advantageous
• Strong literacy, numeracy and digital literacy practices plus a clear understanding of the Australian Curriculum
• Commitment to child safety
• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven organisational skills
• Commitment to engage with colleagues, students, and parents/carers to achieve the best outcomes
• Demonstrated competence against the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers across professional knowledge, practice and engagement.
  

A student focused mindset will be evident in the successful candidate’s ability to articulate their experience in working to create an environment where, in partnership with families, they have worked to support students to discover their spark, discover their strength and discover their spirit. Applicants are required to upload a cover letter with their resume to address these points. Please combine both files and upload as one document.

At BCE our teachers are required to:

• Hold a current Queensland College of Teachers registration; and
• Be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
• Have a commitment to Safeguarding
  

About our school: St Michaels College is a co-educational Catholic College that welcomes secondary students from Years 7 to 12. Situated high on the hill at Merrimac, we enjoy coastal breezes and expansive views of our beautiful coastline.

At St Michaels College we continue to focus on building a culture of Belonging, Care and Connection. We go that extra mile to make all within our community feel like they belong, are cared for, and feel connected. Our strong pastoral program is supported by the College’s Charism built on the pillars of Respect, Courage, Justice, Protection, Integrity and Dedication.

Our dedicated teachers, support staff and leadership team all contribute to the overall success of our students and College. They are well trained in contemporary and innovative classroom pedagogy to ensure we deliver student-centred, engaging curriculum. We are recognised on the Gold Coast as a College that has achieved great success in the academic, cultural, sporting and vocational fields.

St Michaels College offers a dynamic, friendly, and rewarding work environment where staff wellbeing is at the forefront, which is evidenced by a recent organisational survey indicating a 98% staff satisfaction rate.

Teachers at St Michaels College enjoy access to generous professional development and staff welfare support and are invited to participate in various peer mentoring and coaching programs to support their ongoing personal growth. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

FAQ: Do I have to be Catholic?
If this role does not require you to teach Religious Education, you do not need to be Catholic.
Yes, for primary and Religious Education teachers. Regarding a pathway to become Catholic, some employees opt to undertake the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults). We support all teachers with Accreditation to Teach pathways after you start with us.

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Closing Date: 02-Apr-2024

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Should you require specific adjustments to the recruitment process to participate equitably, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application.