AddressPrimary Teacher
Full-time position based at the Greenacre Primary campus. This is a temporary role until 13 December 2024 with the possibility of extension into the 2025 school year.
About the School:
Malek Fahd Islamic School Ltd (MFIS) is a growing Kindergarten to Year 12 Muslim School with more than 3000 students across three campuses in the Sydney suburbs of Greenacre, Beaumont Hills, and Hoxton Park.
The vision of the School is that all students of MFIS receive an education that inspires them to achieve their full potential, embrace the future and make positive contributions to the community. The Mission of MFIS is to provide opportunities within an Islamic environment for its students to excel intellectually, physically, emotionally, socially, religiously, morally, and vocationally, and become happy and successful citizens.
As members of the MFIS community, staff will foster an environment that nurtures God-consciousness (taqwa). We embody the Islamic values of honour, humility, self-respect and dignity. At MFIS, we align with the religious consensus (ijma’) that is established in the Quran, the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and Sunni scholarly tradition spanning fourteen centuries.
View our Statement of Faith here: https://www.mfis.nsw.edu.au/our-school/careers
Relevant Strategic Goals
- Embed the MFIS vision and educational philosophy across the School, achieving successful outcomes for all learners.
- Build the capacity of educators to model the ideals and values of the Islamic tradition, through reflective and reflexive teaching practices.
- Build the capacity of every educator through collaborative professionalism and relevant, contemporary professional learning.
- Ensure that every learner is valued and supported to grow holistically reaching their full potential, through differentiated learning programs.
To view the School's strategic plan please visit the link below:
https://www.mfis.nsw.edu.au/strategic-plan
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrates and displays an understanding of the Islamic ethos of the school, supporting the school’s philosophy, values, beliefs, and mission whilst contributing to a caring and supportive environment for all students, parents, and staff.
- Ability to teach and model to the school community the religious beliefs of the school.
- Ability to embed the MFIS vision and educational philosophy effectively, resulting in successful outcomes for all learners.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and a willingness to engage in continuous
learning to embed the Islamic worldview and pedagogy. - Approval to teach in NSW with an emphasis on high-quality teaching and learning practices.
- Ability to differentiate teaching that enhances student outcomes.
- Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
- Development and implementation of appropriate, quality assessment tasks and assessment schedules.
Benefits of Working at MFIS
MFIS is an employer that promotes staff excellence and offers a range of additional benefits, including:
- A competitive salary
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
- Access to onsite parking
- Access to Employee assistance program
- Wellbeing programs and initiatives
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a highly regarded Independent School
The Application Process
When preparing your application for our consideration, please include:
- A covering letter addressed to the Principal
- Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) including NESA Teacher accreditation information with telephone contact details of three supporting referees
- Current WWCC and expiry date
- Qualifications
Applications close at 9.00am on Friday 10th of May 2024 and should be addressed to:
Dr Zachariah Matthews
Principal
Malek Fahd Islamic School
T: (02) 8732 7***
E: **@mfis.nsw.edu.au
MFIS is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all our students. All prospective staff are required to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment. Staff are expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct.
