Middle Primary School Teacher

**Position Details**

Aranmore Catholic Primary School is seeking expressions of interest to fill the role of a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to join our vibrant community.

**Selection Criteria**

Be a passionate educator with the ability to work as a part of a team who:

- Is a self-motivated learner, keen to continually develop as a professional
- Has a sound knowledge of the Australian Curriculum
- Uses assessment and continuous monitoring tools to differentiate the teaching and learning program to cater for all students
- Has excellent student management skills
- Is an organised staff member who displays initiative, is flexible and works from a positive disposition
- Possesses strong ICT skills and the ability to integrate technology in the teaching and learning program
- Has the capacity and enthusiasm to build positive and constructive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the wider community
- Has outstanding communication skills.

**ROLE DESCRIPTION**

The Teacher is responsible for planning, teaching, and assessment of their relevant learning areas. The majority of teaching requires the teacher to be active and on their feet for a large majority of the day.

Duties and responsibilities of the Teacher include but are not limited to:
**Teaching and Learning**
- Preparation and uploading of programming documents, meeting the school’s expectations, and set deadlines.
- Work collaboratively with other classroom teachers to design and implement learning resources which may include the integration of technology to enhance learning.
- Collaborate with other teachers to develop appropriate learning experiences that develop knowledge, skills, problem solving and critical and creative thinking.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the types of assessment that promote learning and reflection in students.
- Set and maintain clear expectations for students and promote learning as a rich and lifelong experience.
- Support the school Leadership Team in maintaining a positive and stimulating learning environment.
- Facilitate a weekly class sport session, supporting the Physical Education program.

**The individual needs of students**
- Provide a high level of pastoral care and nurture the wellbeing of all students.
- Enact your duty of care for students, including playground duty.
- Communicate regularly with other staff, including specialist teachers, education assistants and the school leadership team, regarding student needs.
- Develop knowledge and understanding of individual students to enhance their learning and connectedness to the school.
- Collect, analyse, and utilise student data to enhance build on prior knowledge and enhance learning.
- Understand the processes to identify specific learning needs for individual students and work within set guidelines to facilitate a differentiated approach that enables personalised education, through Individual Learning Plans.
- Develop and implement Individual Behaviour Plans, as required.

**Classroom Practice**
- Promote and integrate Catholic Values through their teaching.
- Create and maintain a safe, vibrant, and engaging learning environment.
- Teach in a manner that is effective for engaged student learning.
- Support the wellbeing approach of the school through classroom practice.
- Set and maintain clear behavioural and learning expectations for students in line with policies and procedures.

**Assessment and Reporting**
- Complete all requirements in relation to the marking of student work and assessment tasks and provide feedback in an effective, professional, and timely manner.
- Complete all academic reporting requirements in an accurate, timely and efficient manner.
- Undertake all assessments as listed in the school’s assessment schedule and engage in data-driven conversations for continued improvement.

**Provide support to students in the management of daily routine**
- Develop positive relationships with students to assist their understanding of classroom procedures and encourage an organised and safe approach to daily routine.
- Communicate regularly with the school Leadership Team to ensure that students are provided with appropriate, accurate and timely information.

**Effective administration related to students and learning**
- Ensure that attendance marking procedures for attendance are fulfilled according to school expectations.
- Support the administrative needs of the school Leadership Team as required when preparing for programs and events outside the normal routine.
- Maintain accurate records of communication through SEQTA in relation to student issues and ensure the security and confidentiality of information.
- Complete the necessary tasks such as planning, marking, lesson preparation, data analysis, administrative duties, and meetings during DOTT (Duties Other Than Teaching) time.

Pay: $110,386.00 - $110,387.00 per year

Schedule:

- No weekends

Application Question(s):

- Do you have a current Working With Child