Primary Specialist Teacher

South Coast Baptist College (SCBC) is an independent, co-educational school that serves families in the southern metropolitan regions of Perth and beyond. The College provides inspired, innovative, and exemplary Christian education, empowering students to reach their purpose.

About the role: Primary Specialist Teacher (Music, Dance, or Performing Arts) – Term 2

Employment Type: Term 2, 2025 – Contract Position
Start Date: Term 2 – 2025

Position Summary:

We are seeking applications for an enthusiastic Music, Dance or Performing Arts Specialist Teacher for a full-time (1.0 FTE) contract teaching position, for Term 2 of the 2025 academic year. This role involves teaching Pre-Primary to Year 6 students in the Primary School at South Coast Baptist College, located in the southern suburb of Waikiki, Western Australia. The Primary School currently has 680 students from Kindergarten through to Year 6, with a dedicated team of teachers, teaching assistants, and administrators.

Responsibilities:

1. Curriculum Development:

- Teach music curriculum or alternately a Specialist Dance / Performing Arts program to Primary School students from Pre-Primary to Year 6.
- A knowledge of The Kodály approach to teaching Music would be an advantage.

- Professional Development:

- Attend weekly staff and professional learning team meetings.
- Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning as part of the teaching profession, evidenced by development of programs and teaching methods.

- Program Development:

- Implement and develop the music (or alternate specialist program as noted) across Term 2 of the 2025 academic year.

Position Requirements – Education & Experience:

1. Qualifications:

- A minimum of a Primary Teaching Diploma and bachelor's degree in education.
- Knowledge of music, (or other listed specialisation – dance, performing arts is required for this role.)

- Registration:

- Current registration with the Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).

- Clearances:

- A current Working with Children Card and relevant police clearance.

Selection Criteria:

- To have a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.
- To actively be a part of a Church or Christian community and exemplify Christian beliefs, behaviour, and practices.
- To accept the College's Statement of Faith.
- Build co-operative and supportive relationships with the board, principal, staff, students and parents.
- Work to ensure personal best practice.
- Ability to maintain an organised, positive, and stimulating classroom environment that fosters learning and student engagement.
- Ensure that decision making is based on fact and is impartial and fair.
- Model the use of appropriate and proper channels of communication.
- Recognise that the teacher is a role model and act professionally in all situations.
- Always act in the best interest of the College and its ethos.
- Current Working with Children Card.
- Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by:

- Following OH&S instructions and policies.
- Reporting accidents and hazards.
- Generally caring for own safety and that of others, including volunteers, students, and parents.

- A current First Aid certificate is desirable.

Application Deadline: 10 March 2025

*South Coast Baptist College reserves the right to fill this position prior to the closing date.*

How to Apply:

To be considered for this role, all candidates must complete an online application through our college recruitment page.

Application Requirements:

1. Covering letter
2. Resume
3. Copy of current WWCC
4. TRBWA registration number
5. Copies of relevant qualifications, including academic transcripts
6. Proof of residency status
7. Recent reference from a pastor

Other Matters:

Note: This job description is comprehensive but not exhaustive, and duties may be varied at the discretion of the college in consultation with this role.

For questions, please contact our HR team at:

Phone: (08) 9540 4406

Email: HR@scbc.wa.edu.au

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