AddressSt Stephen’s School is inviting applications from passionate Science Teachers (Marine and Maritime Studies and/or Biology specialisation an advantage), to join the Science Learning Area at our Duncraig Campus.
This role will be part time approx. 0.8FTE commencing Term 3, 2024 (15 July 2024).
THE ROLE
The suitable applicant will be able to deliver an engaging and relevant curriculum in a range of Science contexts using a positive, student-focused approach whilst working with students across a range of ability levels. The successful applicant will have knowledge and understanding in the Western Australian Curriculum covering planning, delivery and assessment in lower and upper school courses.
Experience in teaching Marine and Maritime Studies and/or Biology is desirable.
Ideally, suitable applicants will be dynamic, dedicated and highly motivated educators with the ability to develop high quality teaching and learning programs to meet the needs of our students. Strong knowledge and skills in being able to embed whole-school (and learning area specific) literacy strategies and implement instructional strategies that develop analytical and critical thinking skills is desired.
The successful applicant will work in collaboration with the Head of Learning Area and will join a dynamic and committed team to share in the responsibility of leading improvements in pedagogy, curriculum and programming across Years 7 to 12.
More details and Job Description available on our Website - https://www.ststephens.wa.edu.au/our-school/who-we-are/employment/
Benefits:
St Stephen's School has just been recognised in The Educator Magazine’s 5 -Star Excellence Award, as a National Employer of Choice in 2021 and 2023. We are one of 20 schools nationwide and one of only 2 schools in Western Australia to be recognised for this award.
We offer more than just a job; we offer benefits to enhance your work life, help you grow, and celebrate your achievements. Employment benefits include:
- Fee on-site parking
- Staff Wellness Initiatives eg Annual Staff Expo and Wellness Day
- Novated leasing and salary packaging
- Staff Discount on School Fees
- Long Service Leave after 7 years
- Special Leave, Infectious Diseases Leave Study Leave
HOW TO APPLY
Your application must include all 3 sections:
- Covering Letter addressed to Donella Beare, Principal, St Stephen's School
- Curriculum Vitae - limited to 5 pages
- Statement addressing the Selection Criteria, limited to 5 pages (combine your Covering letter and Statement into one document)
Selection Criteria (Each point to be addressed)
- Appropriate teaching qualifications and current registration with Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)
- Hold a current Work With Children card
- Experience in and a preparedness to contribute to the School’s camping, retreat and extra-curricular programs.
- High levels of skill in teaching, with a willingness to innovate in order to find better practices
- A passion for teaching
- A coherent philosophy of education for Secondary students, expressed in practice
- An excellent knowledge of contemporary educational issues and directions especially in his/her learning area
- Skills and experience in developing, implementing and evaluating curriculum
- Highly developed skills in the application of technology as a learning, teaching and management tool
- An ability to foster positive relationships with students, with a commitment to their personal growth
- Participation in appropriate professional contributions to the learning area beyond the School.
- Willingness to positively and actively contribute to the Christian culture of the School.
CLOSING DATE - Monday 20th May 2024 at 9am
The successful candidate must hold a current Australian working visa.
St Stephen's School is fully committed to the protection of children. Successful applicants must satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's child protection policies and Staff Code of Conduct.
Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw St Stephen's School jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date
