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Form of workAre you passionate about nurturing minds and shaping futures in a positive and caring environment? Do you have experience in addressing the learning needs of students, specifically those with difficulties in LITERACY AND NUMERACY? If so, we would like to hear from you to learn how you could contribute to the success of our students and become a valuable member of our dynamic and innovative Learning Enrichment Department in our Junior School.
About Nambour Christian College (NCC):
NCC is a co-educational, inter-denominational Prep to Year 12 Christian School located in the heartland of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. NCC educates over 1200 students. The mission of NCC is to provide a secure and supportive Christ-centred learning community, where a commitment to excellence, creativity and service is encouraged and modelled.
About the position:
The position of Teaching and Learning Teacher Assistant – Literacy and Numeracy will report to our Head of Learning Enrichment, Junior School, and ultimately the Head of Junior School.
The purpose of the position is to support and collaborate with Junior School classroom teachers in addressing the learning needs of students from Preparatory to Year 6.
This position is ideally suited to suitably qualified career Teacher Assistants, however, applications will be considered from suitably qualified teachers, who are passionate about the unique role that a Teacher Assistant plays in the success of the student and the classroom teacher.
The position is Term time only, 4 days per week - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm.
About you:
We are seeking someone who is passionate about their personal Christian faith, understands the purpose of Christian Education and able to support the Mission of NCC – someone who is committed to seeing children develop, learn and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to the minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role, and Certificate 4 in School Based Education Support, demonstrating a knowledge of learning difficulties and disabilities is required. The capability to deliver both intervention and remedial support, and experience working with students of varying ages, and adjusting your approach accordingly is essential. The capacity to maintain a consistent and high level of empathy, care and patience is mandatory.
With the specific focus on LITERACY AND NUMERACY, there is an expectation that the candidate will also have a working knowledge of the QLD Curriculum. In addition, being familiar with MacqLit, MinLit and MultiLit, as well as mathematic interventions appropriate to age will be highly regarded.
About us:
- Faith community that shares regular devotions and prayer
- Friendly, supportive work environment
- Salary as set out in the NCC Enterprise Agreement
- Free onsite staff parking
- Onsite Gym, offering membership discounts to employees
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Program
- Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
The College’s practices are based on Biblical Christian principles and values. We seek committed Christians who have a passion to teach, model, guide and direct the lives of our students.
How to apply: Please view the Position Description by visiting https://www.ncc.qld.edu.au/discover/employment/.
Applications will only be considered on completion of the NCC Application for Employment, and Statement of Faith, and when submitted along with your Resume and copies of qualifications as directed on our website.
Applications Close at 4:00 pm on 9 February 2024. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
