Junior School Classroom Teacher

Classroom Teacher (Pre-K to Year 6)

Barker College aims to foster a love of learning that inspires the heart, mind and soul of each student through

a diverse and challenging curriculum (Pre-K to Year 12), catering for individual interest and capacity.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Barker College is a non-selective comprehensive School that is committed to excellence and enrichment for all

our students. Teachers are responsible for the implementation of quality teaching and learning programs that

develop knowledge and skills along with appropriate learning attitudes. They foster the social and emotional

development of each student in their class.

The School implements the International Baccalaureate Organisation PYP (Primary Years Program) with a focus

on Inquiry Learning from Pre-K to Year 6. This is a framework for teaching and learning. It requires that teachers

incorporate the outcomes from NESA Syllabus documents into the development of their units of inquiry.

Junior School teachers collaborate with teachers from the two NSW aboriginal campuses that Barker has

established; Darkinjung Barker at Yarramalong and Ngarralingayil Barker at Wollombi

Opportunities to incorporate indigenous culture and heritage into teaching and learning programs and activities

are encouraged.

Classroom teachers are expected to support the implementation of inquiry pedagogy and experience in this area

would be an advantage.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Classroom teachers are required to:

• Teach their timetable allocation and are given adequate face to face release time whilst their students

undertake specialist lessons. It is expected that teachers use this time for planning, marking and preparation.

• Work with their grade colleagues as well as specialist teachers to collaboratively plan teaching and learning

units using the School's inquiry pedagogy.

• Undertake administrative responsibilities including the maintaining of records on student progress and

achievement, preparing academic and pastoral reports, developing differentiated teaching programs and

maintaining a teaching day book.

• Implement the School's student well-being and pastoral care procedures and practices.

• Conduct parent teacher interviews throughout the year as requested by parents and formally as designated

by the School.

• Attend School functions and events as requested including (but not limited to)

➢ parent information evenings, parent forums, end of year Celebration, concerts;

➢ Barker Invitation Athletics carnival, House Swimming and Athletics;

➢ Roles may be assigned to staff at these events to assist with their smooth operation.

• Provide supervisory cover above the normal teaching load as may be required from time to time for absent

teachers.

• Undertake playground supervision as rostered.

• Attend Chapel services and Assemblies.

• Accompany their class on excursions in relation to School programs, including overnight excursions and

camps.

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• Attend staff meetings and participate in professional learning activities when scheduled:

o Professional learning meetings are scheduled on Wednesday afternoons between 3:15pm and 4:30pm.

o Additional professional learning activities and forums are held throughout the year and staff will be

advised about their attendance.

• Undertake other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Junior School or members of

the Junior School Executive team.

A Part-Time Teacher shall undertake the normal duties described above including pastoral care duties and co-

curricular duties, as required by the School over the course of the term or year (0.6 FTE or above requires a co-

curricular commitment equivalent to a full time staff member). The School will attempt to assist a Part-Time

Teacher to meet these requirements by consulting with the Teacher regarding the timing of such commitments.

If a Part-Time Teacher is required to attend duties on a day they do not normally attend, and that attendance is

in addition to their normal pro rata duties, the Teacher shall be paid for such attendance at the appropriate casual

rate. As weekly Departmental staff member meetings are timetabled, it is expected that Part-Time Teachers will

attend these, as well as attending School-designated Professional Development Training days and/or meetings

as part of their pro rata duties.

DUTIES FOR WHICH AN ADDITIONAL ALLOWANCE IS PAYABLE

Co-curricular Activities and Sport

• It is expected that teachers participate in co-curricular activities, including one season of Saturday sport,

throughout the year.

• The normal duties of a teacher in this regard include attendance at Saturday morning sporting fixtures.

Teachers will be required to coach, manage and/or umpire sporting teams and fixtures.

• Teachers may also be required to fill a position of responsibility for other Co-curricular activities including

House Patron, Chess, Debating, IGNITE Program facilitator or Athletics Coaching.

RELATIONSHIPS

The Head of Junior School

Classroom teachers are responsible to the Head of Junior School for the overall aspects of his/her work.

The Deputy Head of Junior School

Classroom teachers work in collaboration with the Deputy Head of Junior School (Pre-K to Year 6) to ensure

the effective administration of all matters relating to the Junior School. The Deputy Head is also responsible

for the academic program and professional learning in the Junior School and works closely with teachers.

The Director of Primary Curriculum

The Director of Primary Curriculum is responsible for the academic program and professional learning in the

Junior School and works closely with classroom teachers.

The Director of Students (PreK to Year 6)

Classroom teachers in PreK to Year 6 work in collaboration with the Director of Students to ensure the smooth

operation of this section of the school and the pastoral care of students.

The Director of JS Staff Operations and Student Admissions

Classroom teachers work with the Director of JS Staff Operations and Student Admissions to ensure the

smooth operation of the Junior School, especially around duties, class cover and leave requirements.

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Grade Coordinators

Classroom teachers work in consultation with Grade Coordinators to ensure the smooth running of grade

classes. They meet regularly to collaboratively plan effective teaching and learning and pastoral programs.

Staff Members

Classroom teachers work collegially with other teachers within the whole School (Pre-K to Year 12).

Parents and the wider community.

Classroom teachers represent the School in a positive and professional manner in accordance with the

School's Mission, Vision and Values and Strategic Plan "Inspiring Global Hope".

SKILLS ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB

• Experience and appropriate qualification in primary education Pre-K to Year 6

• An understanding of, and experience in, all NESA syllabus documents

• Excellence in classroom teaching

• Commitment to fostering the School's implementation of inquiry pedagogy

• Excellent ICT skills

• Commitment to developing a passion for learning in students

• A genuine care for, and understanding of, primary aged children

ESSENTIAL PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Outstanding interpersonal skills

• Exceptional personal standards of honesty, integrity and professionalism

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Strong motivation, influencing and team-building skills

• Commitment to the principles and practices of a learning organisation

• Initiative and flexibility

• Punctuality and reliability

• Enthusiasm and energy

• Commitment to the School's Mission, Vision and Values.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Child Safety

Barker College has an abiding commitment to the safety, protection and well-being of all children and young

people in our care. All staff members will be held accountable for ensuring adherence to the policies of the

School, in particular those relating to the safeguarding of children.

General

Breaches to a staff member's responsibilities and/or authority will be managed through the School's

Disciplinary Management Procedures. This defined accountability is underpinned by Barker College's Code

of Conduct and the Complaints Procedures.

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Work Health and Safety

All staff members will be held accountable for their actions and omissions where it affects their own or

another person's workplace safety.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Prepared to undertake any additional training to compliment the position

• Flexible working hours

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent in Primary Education

ORGANISATION CHART RELATIVE TO POSITION

The Supervisor's Supervisor: The Head of Barker College

The Immediate Supervisor: The Head of Junior School

This position: Classroom Teacher (Pre-K to Year 6)

APPROVAL

This position description accurately details the primary duties and responsibilities of the Classroom Teacher

(Pre-K to Year 6).

Approved by the Head of Junior School in August 2023