Address- Commencing Term 3, 2024
- Full Time Continuing |
- $81,628 - $117,566 per annum + Super (commensurate with experience)
- Graduates encouraged to apply
- Commencing Term 3, 2024
- Full Time Continuing |
- $81,628 - $117,566 per annum + Super
Stronger connections today | Inspired people tomorrow
About the role -
The Literacy (Specialist) teacher is an important member of the Pedagogy Teaching Team at Marymount College. As part of the Pedagogy Team, they provide specialist numeracy programmes for students who need additional support or extension and facilitate the development of skill sets in literacy pedagogy in teaching staff. The Literacy (Specialist) teacher will report to the Assistant Principal Curriculum and will be required to support staff and student development.As a dynamic and innovative member of our school community, you will:
Teach differentiated Literacy and Learning Support classes. Support teachers in Year 7 and 8 classes. Work with small groups of students during timetabled support and extension sessions. Support English teachers in Year 7 and 8 to develop and deliver an intensive skills development course for all students, one period per fortnight. Collaborate with the Program Leader Inclusive Education and teachers to modify and scaffold tasks and assessments. Deliver professional learning for staff in literacy development. Coordinate the ongoing development of literacy program. Analyse college literacy data to evaluate teaching and learning and supporting staff in planning to improve literacy outcomes for all students. Participate in the Year 6 to 7 transition programme to identify students that needing extension or support.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.
Qualifications
About you - To be successful in this role you will bring relevant qualifications and contemporary teaching experience as well as:
- Committment to excellence as a teacher.
- Strong pedagogy practices and a clear understanding of the Australian Curriculum.
- Commitment to developing an extensive knowledge of effective literacy extension and intervention strategies.
- Models optimism and a growth mindset.
- Effective organisational skills, demonstrates initiative and practices accountability.
- Able to build rapport with students, parents and staff.
- Confident and articulate communication skills with staff, students, and parents.
- Collegial and collaborative.
- Authentic with a capacity to lead, coach and inspire students.
- Has a love for learning and a commitment to every student achieving their personal best.
- Demonstrated competence against the
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
About Our School
Marymount College is an exceptional coeducational secondary College with a strong faculty culture, a commitment to adolescent learners and to life-giving learning for all.The College serves the southern Gold Coast, just 3kms from Burleigh Waters, and has an enrolment of 1410 students in 2023, a solid reputation for holistic Catholic education and a proud record, academically, in the arts and in sport.
We embrace the person and vision of Jesus, and the example of Mary and St Francis, as we encourage all to respond to the creative presence of God in the spiritual, pastoral and social dimensions of their life. 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.
We support all teachers with Accreditation to Teach
Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Contact Person: Wes Guthrie
Contact Telephone Number: 07 5586 1***
Contact Email: ********@marymount.qld.edu.au
