Teacher of Personal Development and Health

We are seeking a Secondary PDHPE Teacher to join our school community. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and passionate educator to make a positive impact on the lives of our students.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing and delivering effective learning and teaching programs for students in allocated classes. They will also contribute to the development and implementation of school objectives and planning, and establish and maintain an orderly learning environment.

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs for every student in allocated classes which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers; and relevant syllabi, curriculum policies, work programs and educational trends.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning and to the establishment and maintenance of an orderly learning environment.
• Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the department and other stakeholders.
• Maintain teaching competency and currency of knowledge of relevant curriculum programs as required by the NESA
• Support students through interaction with them in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices.
• Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional wellbeing and physical safety of students whilst at school and enhance their overall development towards effective citizenship and responsible adulthood through participation in timetabled, non-timetabled and planned extracurricular activities.
• Assess students for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes.
• Participate in the collaborative development and evaluation of curriculum and regularly monitor, through observation and evaluation, the effectiveness of the learning/teaching program.
• Participate in professional development.

Our school has a strong focus on providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic excellence, creativity and personal growth. We believe that every student deserves a high-quality education that prepares them for success in life.

• Have an active Christian faith.
• Have a suitable qualification and NESA accreditation (or be eligible).
• Be able to display the capacity to improve student learning and wellbeing outcomes.
• Be able to demonstrate excellent teaching as described by the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Be able to receive feedback on your Teaching and implement changes.
• Be able to effectively plan for, collect and analyse educational data, then devise appropriate strategies and interventions to improve student outcomes.
• Hold a current Employee Working With Children Check.

This role offers a range of benefits including competitive salary packaging, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and WHEREFIT fitness and wellbeing benefits. Our staff are supported by an in-house pedagogical coaching team and have access to regular professional development opportunities.

Our school is part of a larger network of schools that share a common vision and values. We believe in the importance of faith-based education and strive to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the spiritual, academic, social and physical development of our students.

As a member of our school community, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our students and make a lasting impact on their lives. If you are passionate about education and committed to making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.