Teacher - Primary Spanish P-6

Community spirit - Bayside Location - Learning Environment built for Boys **THE COLLEGE** **The Position** Teachers are required to provide quality education in support of the ethos of the College, by managing classes and students effectively; ensuring cognisance of the syllabus and work program expectations; promoting learning as something to be enjoyed and maximised for each student throughout every lesson; fulfilling the "teacher’s role" in and out of class; maintaining good order and discipline; and providing a caring environment. All teachers are appointed by the CEO & Executive Principal of MBC and MBBC and they are responsible to him for the over-all performance of their duties. The CEO & Executive Principal delegates his authority to senior staff members for the effective management of the College. This role will report directly to the Head of Primary and is also responsible to the Principal. The College offers a very broad program in sporting, musical and pastoral activities which are designed to enhance the holistic development of the students. Staff are expected to participate in the co-curricular program of the College. By participating in the College’s co-curricular program it is recognised that a teacher is contributing to the mission and ethos of the College. **Duties and Responsibilities**: - The teacher is required to:_ - Perform conscientiously and competently the duties, both teaching and non-teaching, assigned by the CEO & Executive Principal. - Perform such duties as are customarily rostered and shared by all staff, and such other duties as may be agreed upon by the CEO & Executive Principal and teacher. - Co-operate with the senior staff in the organisation and management of the College and maintain such records as may be required by the College. - Take part in professional development activities and other in-service courses provided by the College or recommended by the CEO & Executive Principal or his delegate. - Help foster good relations between parents, the community and the College. - Help promote a spirit of unity among the staff. - Be actively involved in supporting the College co-curricular activities and special events. - Be positive in support of the College rules, tradition and Christian ethos, both within the College and outside. - Actively contribute to a safety citizenship culture upholding health and safety policies, procedures, hazard reporting and safe work practices. **Specific Tasks**: - The teacher is required to:_ - Demonstrate a capacity for high standards in teaching and learning. - Plan effectively for deep learning using the Australian Curriculum through a structured inquiry based approach. - Be willing to work within/learn about the pedagogical framework of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years program. - Effectively monitor, assess and report on student performance. - Report to parents at interview and through written reports. - Respond to the needs of individual students as required. - Attend all meetings as designated by the CEO & Executive Principal, Principal or Head of Primary. - Notify the Senior Administration Assistant as soon as possible regarding absence from duty. Work must be set for classes whenever possible. - Supervise classes of absent teachers when required. - Perform playground and bus duty and/or car duty on a regular basis. - Seek permission for excursions from the Head of Primary and complete all necessary documentation. - Mark the roll each morning and inform the Primary student Receptionist of unexplained absentees via TASS. - Make routine checks of uniform and personal appearance of students. - Inspect homework for proper completion; make regular checks of Homework Diaries. - Manage student behaviour positively and maintain a healthy learning environment. - Set realistic times and dates for completion of homework and assignments. - Attend Parent-Teacher Interviews and Parent Information Evenings when required. - Abide by the dress code as set down for staff at the College. - Attend Chapel Services and Assemblies as required. - Attend designated College functions. **Supervisory Responsibilities** - Student Teachers where and when applicable. - Parent helpers where and when applicable. **Skills and Abilities** - The teacher needs to display the ability to:_ - Articulate their philosophy of learning. - Inspire, influence and motivate. - Work collaboratively and productively with colleagues. - Provide challenging, student-centred approaches to learning. - Communicate and interact openly and effectively. - Use technologies effectively in the teaching/learning program. - Describe their practices in planning, implementing, monitoring, assessment and evaluation. - Contribute to the life of the College through the classroom and through the co-curricular program. - An interest or experience in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program would be an advantage. **_This teacher must also be_** - A self-directed lea