About the Role

Townsville Catholic Education is seeking an experienced and dedicated Curriculum Director - English. This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract commencing in Term 1, 2025.

The role of the Curriculum Director – English is to support the mission of the College through leadership of specific academic, cultural, outreach, sporting, or other defined programs offered to students and/or the College community. The Curriculum Director will ensure that appropriate pedagogies are developed and implemented at all levels and will ensure quality of student learning and the effectiveness of teacher practice through appropriate supervision. The Curriculum Director will utilize thorough analysis of current data to inform decisions and develop appropriate partnerships within and outside of the college, along with prudently administering available resources.

The Curriculum Director – English demonstrates leadership in three dimensions: leadership of teaching and learning, human leadership, and strategic leadership. The Curriculum Director also demonstrates an understanding of, commitment to, and support for the values and ethos of Catholic education.

Key Responsibilities

• To have knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school
• To be able to work as a member of a committed team of professional teachers, dedicated to providing quality teaching and learning in partnership with the parent community
• To have an understanding of contemporary pedagogy and the ability to differentiate, and provide for, a diverse range of abilities
• To have an ability to collaborate and work positively as a part of a professional learning community
• To have a willingness to change and develop instructional strategies to increase student growth and achievement

Mandatory Criteria/Professional Registration/Other

• Appropriate tertiary qualification with registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers
• Current Driver's Licence
• Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
• Modern facilities, equipment, and resources
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Access to corporate health schemes
• Induction processes, professional learning programs, and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Leadership development opportunities
• Firm lifelong teacher networks
• Well-being programs and initiatives