Relief Teacher

1 week ago

Greater Adelaide SA, Australia ESSENTIAL HR Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year
  • Relief work where you can choose days that suit you
  • Be part of a leading institution
  • Join a collaborative working environment

About Good Shepherd:

Good Shepherd is located at Para Vista and is one of over 85 Lutheran schools educating more than 40,000 students in Australia. Grounded in Christian beliefs and values, we strive to create a learning environment where everyone is free to flourish. We are an Early Learning to Year 6 school.

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What we offer:

  • Join a passionate team, making a difference to our students by focussing on innovation, inclusivity, and adaptability
  • Be part of a leading institution
  • On going support from school staff in leadership, compliance, support of students with inclusion needs

Role overview:

As a Relief Classroom Teacher, you are responsible for delivering an engaging and high-quality learning program that supports the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of students across various year levels.

Main responsibilities:

  • Partner with and facilitate the growth of students in all areas of learning, ensuring adherence to curriculum documents and the school's learning principles
  • Maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment
  • Use effective strategies to manage student behaviour and ensure a success-oriented classroom setting
  • Set a positive example of Christian living, nurturing the faith and life of students through teaching, worship, and pastoral care
  • Work cooperatively with staff, parents, and associated organisations to foster strong, positive relationships
  • Participate in shared responsibilities such as staff meetings, playground supervision, curriculum development, and staff devotion
  • Utilise assessment as an integral part of teaching and learning, providing timely feedback to help students monitor and adjust their learning goals
  • Develop and implement creative and differentiated learning experiences aligned with the inquiry-driven learning model

What you will bring:

Experience / Attributes

  • Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in a classroom environment
  • Experience with outcomes-based inquiry teaching and learning pedagogies
  • Possess strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, and parents
  • Value diversity and support all students in achieving their potential
  • Exhibit a positive, encouraging attitude and display a growth mindset
  • Be committed to working as part of a collaborative team to create a stimulating, inquiry-driven learning environment that meets the needs of all students
  • Demonstrate enthusiasm and dedication to teaching, with a passion for fostering a love of learning in students
  • Uphold the values of the Lutheran school community

Qualifications / Training

  • Registered with the South Australian Teachers Registration Board as a Teacher
  • Hold a current Certificate in First Aid for Schools
  • A current Working with Children clearance
  • Mandatory Reporting Certification
  • RRHAN-EC Mandatory Notification Certification

To Apply:

Click apply now and upload a current Resume addressing the role criteria.

Application Process:

All applicants will be contacted via email in the first instance to advise if progressing or if unsuccessful. For further information and a confidential discussion contact Michaella Prow on /

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