Job description
Graduates encouraged to apply
Full Time - Fixed Term
Commencing April 2023
2023 school year
$78,490 - $113,045 per annum + Super (commensurate with experience)
Why Work for Brisbane Catholic Education - Stronger connections today | Inspired people tomorrow
With a focus on educating the whole person at the heart of Catholic Education, you will inspire and empower our young people to flourish academically, personally, and spiritually, transforming young lives. You will belong to a unique school community where our Catholic values are the corner stone for stronger connections between our student, parent, and teaching communities.
At BCE we are committed to pursuing excellence and equity in the education of our young people so that they may become confident and creative individuals, successful lifelong learners, and active and informed members of the community.
With 146 schools and growing each year, joining our community you’ll have room to transfer across a variety of teaching environments from the Brisbane metropolitan area to beach or bush.
It’s our unique culture of collaboration that sets us apart and is the pivotal element that enables you to enjoy a rewarding career and make the best impact on our young people. As a teacher with BCE, you’ll have access to a range of great benefits that support you and your career
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Junior English & History teacher to join our welcoming College community.
There is a very small Drama teaching component with this position.
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 as well as:
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.
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.
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.
Do I have to be Catholic?
All BCE teachers must have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.
If this role does not require you to teach Religious Education, you do not need to be Catholic.
At BCE we are committed to child safety and wellbeing. This position involves working with children. The successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with legislation.
At BCE equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
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: Geoff Browne
Contact Telephone Number: 07 5586 1000
Contact Email: jan.delves@marymount.qld.edu.au
Closing Date: 30-Mar-2023