Junior School

**Reports to**:Head of Junior School***
**Department**:Junior School
**Campus**: Warragul

**Primary Purpose**:
Teachers at St Paul's Anglican Grammar School are expected to be specialists in their chosen disciplines and
be able to establish a strong rapport with their students. They should know both the material they are teaching
and how best to impart this knowledge to the students in their care. They are expected to be supportive of the
School's philosophies, direction and Christian ethos.

In their manner, attire, work ethic and ability to work collaboratively with their colleagues, they are expected to
demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism. All classroom teachers are expected to work respectfully
with colleagues and demonstrate work practices consistent with the Code of Conduct.

Teachers at St Paul's Anglican Grammar School are also expected to contribute to the development of
students outside the classroom setting and, as such, are required to participate in excursions, camps and co
- curricular activities. Each member of staff is also expected to carry out direct pastoral responsibilities in the
role of tutor.

**Position in Context**:
Specialist teachers are responsible to the Head of Junior School, who, in turn, reports to the Principal.

**Freedom to Act/Autonomy
**Specialist teachers are expected to take initial responsibility for the management and the delivery of the
curriculum in each of their classes. All teachers are expected to comply with the School's Policies and
Procedures and work as directed by the Head of Junior School.

**Appraisal**

Based on the Role Description and, more specifically, the Key Performance Indicators, the performance of
teachers will be appraised by the relevant Head of School.

**Key Performance Indicators**

Teach in accord with the School's educational philosophies, that is:

- In the Early Learners Centre to Year 2, learning that is an animated exploration of their world;
- From Years 3 to 6, learning that is driven by increasing opportunity, builds on foundation skills and

explores emerging talents;
**Major Activities**

1. Students
2. Parents
3. Staff Meetings and Professional Development
4. Curriculum and Reporting
5. Promotion of the School
6. Teaching Commitment and Other Duties
7. General

**Major Duties and Responsibilities**:
**1. Students
knowledge using appropriate methodologies;
- Take responsibility for the pastoral care of the students in their care on a day to day basis, paying

attention to their spiritual, cultural, academic and social development;
- Monitor student progress through the timely setting and marking of student work requirements;
- Set appropriate tasks for students in a mixed ability classroom setting;
- Guide students who are behind with work requirements;
- Use formal and informal mechanisms to report regularly on student progress to parents and senior

staff;
- Ensure that appropriate discipline procedures are followed and personally take charge of low-level

discipline issues in the first instance before referring these to Deputy Heads or the Head of Junior
School;
- Maintain a high standard of appearance and behavior amongst students;
- Identify students with special needs;
- Implement the delivery of any special assistance that may be given to students in need;
- Liaise closely with the relevant staff to ensure the successful transition of students;
- Demonstrate an ability to integrate technology into teaching, where appropriate;
- Comply with VIT Code of Conduct and registration.

**2. Parents
- Communicate openly, keeping parents and families regularly informed of developments in the

classroom;
- Conduct interviews to discuss concerns as required;
- Provide meaningful feedback in Parent/Student information evenings;
- Attend special evenings and functions as required;

**3. Staff meetings and Professional Development**
- Participate in professional development activities both in and out of school hours;
- Actively contribute to the development of the curriculum with other staff through staff meetings;
- Attend and participate in all staff meetings as required;
- Participate in the development of pastoral and academic policies.

**4. Curriculum and Reporting
**- Contribute to a strong teaching and learning environment through the writing of detailed curriculum

plans, assessment and reporting documents at the direction of the relevant Head of School;
- Meet reporting and curriculum deadlines;
- Monitor the curriculum program and maintain an awareness of pedagogical trends and developments;
- Explore innovative curriculum initiatives and programs and, where appropriate, make recommendations

to the Head of Junior School regarding possible curriculum changes;
**5. Promotion of the School
- Assist with, and attend, Open Days, Information Evenings and other promotional events as required;
- Discuss potential opportunities and ideas with the Marketing Manager;

**6. Full Time Equivalent* Teaching Commitme