Teaching - Secondary (Education & Training)
Full time
Additional Band 2 Allowance for Head of House
Full-time Permanent appointment commencing Term 1, 2025
Head of House Opportunity – Position of Responsibility, 3 Year Tenure
About Westminster
Westminster is an Early Learning to Year 12, coeducational day and boarding, Uniting Church school with a proud history and an exciting future. We commit to helping all students and staff achieve more than they thought possible through an adventurous education. Since opening in 1961, Westminster's vibrant sense of community has shaped our welcoming character, enriched by School values of being brave, humble, kind, authentic, resilient and curious.
About the Senior School Teacher – English
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced English teacher to join our English faculty. You will be an enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator who builds positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Teaching qualifications are essential, and the ability and willingness to teach to Research Project is desirable but not essential. To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to:
Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning
Provide feedback and professional support to improve individual student learning outcomes
Contribute to the development of a strong learning community and culture
Contribute to Pastoral Care and Co-curricular programs of the School
Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Relevant tertiary qualifications, and an experienced teacher of English for Years 7 to 12
Current (or ability to attain) SA Teacher Registration
Innovative and exemplary classroom practitioner with a proven record of student outcomes
High level of ICT skills, knowledge and effective incorporation into classroom practice
The capacity to cater for students with a range of abilities and learning styles within the classroom
The capability to work cooperatively with students, staff and parents to produce the best learning outcomes for students
Accreditation as a Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (or working towards) will be viewed favourably
Support for the ethos of an independent, coeducational, Uniting Church school.
Key Selection Criteria: Personal Qualities:
Enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator
A high level of organisational ability; is flexible and can prioritise and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment
Highly developed interpersonal skills which enable positive relationships to be built with managers, peers, staff, parents and students
Able to successfully work independently, and collaboratively, as part of a team
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvement
A team player demonstrating a 'whole School' and 'whole child' perspective
To apply, please submit via Seek, your resume and cover letter addressed to Ms Andrea Sherwood, Director of Learning. Applications close 9am Monday 25th of November 2024 and may be reviewed as received.
Applications will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
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