Italian Language Teacher - St Mary MacKillop College, Tuggeranong ACT

Italian Language Teacher - St Mary MacKillop College, Tuggeranong ACT

Job no: 503513
Work type: Permanent/Ongoing
Location: St Mary MacKillop College (Tuggeranong)
Categories: Teacher Secondary

Location: Tuggeranong, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Status: Full-time or Part-time can be negotiated
Salary Range: $80,184 to $130,910 full time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Start Date: Wednesday 29 January 2025
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 8 September 2024

About Us

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

About St Mary MacKillop College

St Mary MacKillop College is a Catholic co-educational secondary college operating within the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn and is located across two campuses in the Tuggeranong Valley. Our school services over 2000 students that are supported by our 220 staff members across our two campuses. Our junior campus (Years 7 to 9) is located in Wanniassa and our senior campus (Years 10 to 12) is located a short distance away in Isabella Plains.

About the Role

A qualified classroom teacher educates students using approved techniques and resources aligned with the curriculum, providing regular assessment and feedback while maintaining accurate records. They collaborate with colleagues and families and uphold professional standards through ongoing learning and accreditation.

Benefits and Opportunities

• A positive and collaborative workplace culture
• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Key Responsibilities

• Working in a collegial manner with the Curriculum Coordinator, members of the faculty, and with whole staff, to ensure that the College Vision is implemented and practised;
• Involvement in the development of educational policies of the College, especially as they relate to teaching areas;
• The development of programs of study that are contemporary and challenging;
• Ensuring that study programs are based on inclusive principles;
• Ensuring that classroom pedagogy and assessment are of the highest quality and aligned with current practice in teaching and learning;
• Accountability to the Curriculum Coordinator for all aspects relating to the teaching role;
• Supporting the Coordinator in the promotion of the learning area.
• Regular attendance at faculty meetings;
• Contribution to whole staff meetings, campus staff meetings, and other school activities;
• Participation in other activities relating to the teaching and learning processes of the school, e.g. Parent-Teacher Evenings, Information Nights;
• A willingness to be involved in co-curricular activities: e.g camps, retreats, and sport;
• Responsibility for all aspects of administrative duties that relate to teaching and pastoral duties e.g. keeping class rolls, accurate records, student reports, correspondence etc;
• Promote and implement shared practices around literacy and numeracy across the curriculum;
• Engage with and contribute to continuous professional learning at faculty and whole school level; and

Qualifications

• Must have commenced or completed Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program.
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation.

Selection Criteria

1. Be an outstanding teacher of experience and initiative who can work effectively with the curriculum team, colleagues, students and families;
2. Demonstrate a deep knowledge of contemporary issues and practices in teaching from Years 7-12;
3. Contribute to the development of pedagogy and assessment practices across the curriculum;
4. As a classroom leader work effectively with colleagues and their Faculty Coordinator to develop a vision and profile for Italian;
5. Support the College to build community with staff, students and their families; and
6. Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, parents and community members.

Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.

Other Eligibility Criteria

• You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries:Please contact Michael Lee on 02 6209 0100 or via email michael.lee@mackillop.act.edu.au.

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.

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Advertised: 22 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 08 Sep 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time