Hospitality Teacher - St Francis Xavier College, Florey ACT Apply now Job no: 503852
Work type: Permanent/Ongoing
Location: St Francis Xavier College (Florey)
Categories: Teacher Secondary
Location: Florey, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary: $80,184 to $130,910 full time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Start Date: Negotiable
Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 17 November 2024
About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1200 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching. As a member of the College the successful candidate will engender a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision.
St Francis Xavier College is part of Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
About the Role
St Francis Xavier College is seeking to recruit a Hospitality Teacher. St Francis Xavier College is committed to excellence and innovation in teaching and learning and to preparing our students for 21st Century work, life, and leisure. Our classrooms are places of support and nurture where we are teaching our students to think critically and creatively, and to collaborate and communicate with skill and confidence. This position will suit a Hospitality Teacher who has the ability and commitment to add to the dynamism of our vision for 21st Century education and the qualifications and commitment to teach Hospitality from Years 7 to 12.
The Design and Technology faculty is a highly skilled, professional, creative and dynamic team who is passionate about the Food Technology curriculum. In conjunction with teaching the course, the teacher is charged with keeping up to date with changes in the curriculum and developing new resources. Commitment to professional development is essential, as is excellent skills in the use of technology in the classroom.
The successful applicant will have a genuine love of Hospitality and Food Technology and delight in the wonderful exploration of ideas in the classroom. As part of a vibrant team the successful applicant will contribute both professionally and collegially to the team. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills will be important, as well as a commitment to enhance learning in all facets of the Design and Technology curriculum.
Benefits and Opportunities A positive and collaborative workplace culture An extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high impact teaching practice Permanent contract Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) Key Responsibilities The responsibilities of a teacher at St Francis Xavier College include, but are not limited to the following:
Preparing and executing well-planned, academically rich and innovative lessons; Developing a stimulating learning environment by using a variety of styles and approaches to cater for individual learning needs; Employing a variety of effective teaching strategies to successfully implement the curriculum; Working collaboratively in the Hospitality and Food Technology team to develop an engaging and challenging curriculum with clear learning outcomes, provision for differentiated learning, shared curriculum documentation and consistent assessment strategies. Ensuring that classrooms are places where technology is seamlessly, yet actively, employed to assist in effective learning; Reporting on academic achievement to parents and making appropriate levels of contact with parents as necessary; Developing learning relationships with students that assist in developing the confidence and learning of St Francis Xavier College students; Giving appropriate time to the planning of lessons and collaboration with other teachers as part of teaching teams; Actively contributing to a culture of teaching and learning where teachers learn with, and from, each other and actively inquire into effective pedagogical practice; Engaging in active and continuous professional learning that is relevant to the discipline as well as concerns and debates in the education sphere more generally; Know and understand the responsibilities of working in a Catholic school with regard to Child Protection including the responsibility of mandatory reporting, the Catholic Education Code of Professional Conduct and the staff requirements of St Francis Xavier College. Qualifications Bachelor of Teaching or Master in Teaching. Tertiary educational qualifications in Design & Technology will be desired. Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration. Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation. Selection Criteria Demonstrated ability to maximise student learning through the delivery of high quality teaching programs, employing effective and high yielding, pedagogical practices; Capacity to actively employ technology seamlessly to assist in effective learning; Ability to implement cooperative learning strategies to increase engagement through student centred learning; and Willingness to uphold active and continuous professional learning that is relevant to their area of discipline as well as concerns and debates in the education sphere more generally. Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria and skill set required. Other Eligibility Criteria You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. Application Process Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experiences as outline in the Position Description.
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.
For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here .
Advertised: 28 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 17 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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