Senior Chemistry Teacher - Merici College, Braddon ACT Apply now Job no: 503819
Work type: Permanent/Ongoing
Location: Merici College (Braddon)
Categories: Teacher Secondary
Location: Braddon, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $80,184 to $130,910 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.
Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Start Date: January 2025
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 10 November 2024
At Merici College, you will join a community committed to building upon your skills and expertise by supporting your professional growth.
Our Mission Statement is a lived reality within the College: Merici College empowers women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream.
You will be a part of a team that is dedicated to excellence.
Our goal is to guide all students to reach their full potential academically, spiritually and socially through innovative programs and teaching practices.
Merici College is an all-girls 7-12 Catholic College authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11-12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7-10).
We are a part of the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres across ACT and NSW.
Merici College is a dynamic, welcoming and energetic community with a rich and varied curriculum and outstanding Pastoral Care.
We are an inclusive community and we welcome people from all faith traditions.
We support staff with an Early Career Mentoring Program, a Staff Induction Program, a Staff Wellbeing Program and a Professional Learning Program tailored to the needs of staff and school goals.
About the Role A passionate and creative Chemistry Teacher transforms the classroom into a space of scientific discovery, where complex concepts spark curiosity and hands-on experiments fuel excitement.
They use innovative techniques and curriculum-aligned resources to make chemistry both accessible and inspiring, weaving real-world applications into lessons to show students the wonders of science in everyday life.
Through regular assessments and personalised feedback, they support each student's journey, tracking progress with care and celebrating milestones along the way.
Collaborative and communicative, they partner with colleagues to craft engaging learning experiences and keep families informed, creating a vibrant support network around each student.
With a commitment to professional growth, they continually expand their expertise, staying at the forefront of educational best practices to bring fresh insights and boundless enthusiasm to the classroom.
Benefits and Opportunities A positive and collaborative workplace culture Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-i m pact teaching practice 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) Support for professional development and study opportunities Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice Qualifications Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.
Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) registration.
Selection Criteria A thorough knowledge of the Australian Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for effective teaching and learning.
Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents.
The capacity to be a proactive member of a professional learning community complying with the legal, administrative, and professional requirements.
Classroom practices and organisational skills that create supportive and safe environments for all students, including meeting a variety of learning needs.
A comprehensive understanding of assessment and reporting strategies and the need to provide effective and timely feedback to parents and students.
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 current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined 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 o ur website .
Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here .
Advertised: 28 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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