English Teacher

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated English Teacher to join our team at Catholic Schools Office Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. As a key member of our educational community, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality English education to our students, fostering a love of learning and promoting academic excellence.

• Develop and implement engaging and effective English lesson plans, aligned with the Australian Curriculum and Catholic Education principles.
• Assess and provide feedback to students, identifying areas of strength and weakness, and developing strategies to support student growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide English programs, ensuring consistency and coherence across year levels.
• Provide support and guidance to students, parents, and colleagues, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Stay up-to-date with best practices in English education, incorporating innovative approaches and technologies to enhance student learning.

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher.
• Active NESA Accreditation.
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number.
• Completion of anaphylaxis training.
• Completion of CPR training.
• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school.
• Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes.
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment.
• Experience teaching Stage 4-6 English (Desirable).

• A dynamic and supportive educational community.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A comprehensive employee benefits package.
• A commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons, and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect.