Classroom Teacher

ROCKHAMPTON GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years.

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to 'Learning for Life'. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an environment in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we have an unwavering dedication to educate and nurture influential young women who contribute passionately and confidently to our diverse and ever-changing society.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to empower and inspire confidence in young women to create and embrace every opportunity.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster a connected community that develops clever and confident young women.

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

• Connection- We foster meaningful relationships that create a strong, supportive community among students, staff, families, and alumni.
• Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty, respect, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our words.
• Confidence – We empower our students to believe in their abilities, embrace challenges, and lead with courage in all aspects of life.
• Curiosity - We inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging our students to ask questions, explore ideas, and seek solutions.
• Traditions – We honour the rich heritage of our school, embracing the values and practices that shape our unique identity.

OUR MOTTO

Non Scholae Sed Vitae - Not only for school but for life we are learning.

THE POSITION

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is looking for a Secondary Teacher for an immediate start to join our vibrant learning community.

Current Subjects:

• Care
• Legal Studies (Year 11 & 12)
• English (Year 7 & 12)
• HASS (Year 10

We welcome applications from both experienced educators and beginning teachers who are eager to make a positive impact in a supportive, all-girls learning environment. At Girls Grammar, we value fresh perspectives, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to helping young women thrive.

Applicants must be registered to Teach in Queensland or have the ability to obtain.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

All teachers at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School play an important role in creating a positive, safe and encouraging culture for learning. Teachers are expected to develop and promote creativity and high order thinking skills to increase the performance of our students.  Teachers are to exhibit the highest standards of professional practice.

TEACHING STAFF COMMITMENT

All teachers are expected to support our students in both curricular and cocurricular care. Teachers are expected to support and extend the school's ethos and culture, foster in their students the enjoyment of learning, and challenge and provide opportunities for students to have a whole of school experience. Staff must continue their professional development and participate in any mandatory training.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES SUMMARY

TEACHING, LEARNING, ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING AND GENERAL DUTIES

• Punctually attend lessons, meetings and duties including supervision of covers and out of class duties within enterprise bargaining conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance.
• Have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Australian Curriculum and QCAA QCE.
• Ensure planning, including unit overviews and lesson plans, align with the required curriculum and the School's programs, policies and procedures.
• Willingness and ability to implement the Rockhampton Girls Grammar Pastoral Care program.
• Ability to embed ICT within teaching and learning programs.
• Effectively use data to monitor, track, evaluate, record and report student progress in a timely and accurate manner.
• A commitment to providing an inclusive environment and an ability to differentiate and provide adjustments for individual learners.
• Provide regular, timely and effective feedback to facilitate individual student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues including Director of Primary, Director of Secondary and the Executive to enhance learning outcomes for students.
• Participate in House and Sporting events.
• Participate in Professional Learning to increase professional knowledge, strengthen teaching effectiveness and improve outcomes for students.
• Ability to teach Secondary specialist subject areas where required.

DUTIES OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL HOURS

• Attend Parent/teacher interviews.
• Attend Presentation and Awards events such as Speech night, Investiture etc.
• Participate in weekly professional development sessions.
• Participate in other professional development as required.
• Attend events which promote the interests of Rockhampton Girls Grammar School.
• Be involved with cocurricular activities such as coaching a sporting team.
• Complete roving supervision duties.
• Attend school camps and participate in the cocurricular life of the School as required.
• Any other duties as reasonably directed by the Deputy Principal - Studies.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

• ICT competency, including proficiency with relevant software including Teams and OneNote.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• A willingness to fully engage in annual goal setting and professional reviews.
• A comprehensive knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, and an understanding of the AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers.

KEY PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• A genuine interest and commitment to the wellbeing, development and education of every student.
• A belief in the potential of every child to become a well-adjusted, contributing and compassionate member of the community.
• An ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and communicate effectively with parents.
• Emotional resilience and conflict management skills.
• A commitment to professional and personal development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships with students, parents, staff and other relevant stakeholders.

A commitment to the Rockhampton Girls Grammar School ethos and culture.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Superannuation benefits
• Salary Sacrifice/Novated Lease options available

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To express your interest, please submit a cover letter and current resume. In your cover letter, please clearly outline:

• Your subject area of expertise and preferred subjects
• Your preferred teaching load and availability

We also request you provide the following:

• QCT Registration
• 2 x Professional References

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

All applicants will be subject to Rockhampton Girls Grammar School legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification. These checks are consistent with Rockhampton Girls Grammar's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

For further information contact the Human Resources Officer, Emily Conrad on or email