ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION / RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, WANGURI
FULL TIME | PERMANENT | COMMENCING 20 JANUARY 2025
The School:
Holy Spirit Catholic community is inspired by the gift of the Catholic story and tradition, encouraging all members 'To Live To Love To Grow in Christ'.
Holy Spirit Catholic School is committed to developing the fundamental value of each person through sharing and living the Catholic story and tradition, fostering learning that enables students, families, school, and community to engage in a collaborative partnership for a life-long journey of education.
The Position:
The Assistant Principal Religious Education (APRE) or Religious Education Coordinator (REC) shares with the Principal the responsibility for spiritual and theological leadership and the development of faith formation while ensuring the Catholic perspective is integrated across the school. The APRE / REC is a member of the school's executive leadership team and collaborates in the strong leadership that the Principal and the school's leadership team provides. This leadership discerns, strengthens, and actively promotes the school's Catholic identity and mission. The APRE / REC engages with mission in their religious leadership and is animated by the Catholic faith in partnership with families, creating a sustainable educational environment that resonates culturally and deeply within the community. This executive position is to be held by a practicing Catholic who is committed to the Catholic faith.
Minimum Requirements:
Be a Catholic who is an active member of a Catholic Sunday Eucharistic community. A person with integrity who has a personal relationship with and commitment to Christ and a just engagement with the world. Capacity to promote and lead the identity and mission of the school as a Catholic school in the context of a pluralised and secularised society. Demonstrated capacity to lead others in faith formation experiences and social justice initiatives. A skilled educator with demonstrated capacity to lead a team of educators in the design, implementation, and assessment practices in the Religious Education curriculum. Demonstrates contemporary pedagogical practice in Religious Education relevant to the cultural context of the school community. Effective and highly developed interpersonal and communication skills. Hold a Graduate Certificate in Religious Education and completion or working towards a Masters Degree in Religious Education, Theological Studies, and/or Catholic educational leadership (or equivalent). What we Offer:
Relocation Assistance up to $4,000.00 Funded Professional Development Employee Assistance Program Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
The position involves working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with the law.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, complete all the sections in the system by providing your resume, one-page cover letter, addressing the essential criteria in the position description, and all supporting documents as outlined in the information pack.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE – 15 NOVEMBER 2024
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