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St Columba's, Springwood – Secondary Religious Education TeacherApply now Job no: 507539
Work type: ongoing full-time
Location: St Columba's Catholic College - Springwood
Categories: Teaching
St Columba's, Springwood is seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Religious Education Teacher to join our vibrant school community. As a member of our team, you will play an integral role in shaping the spiritual, moral, and intellectual development of our students, fostering a strong foundation in Catholic teachings while inspiring faith-based learning.
About the Role
As a Secondary Religious Education Teacher, you will report to the Principal and be responsible for delivering high-quality, contemporary Religious Education. You will work collaboratively to enrich the faith and academic lives of students, contributing to the Church's mission and serving as a witness to faith within the school community.
Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Show a strong understanding of the Religious Education curriculum, underpinned by Catholic Theology, including key concepts, skills, pedagogy, and subject-specific literacy.Select and adapt learning strategies appropriate to each student's developmental stage. Encourage students to be active witnesses of their faith, and inspire them in their spiritual and personal growth.Develop and implement dynamic and engaging learning programs, negotiating with students to set individual, explicit, and achievable learning goals.Use a range of assessment strategies to monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback that supports current and future learning outcomes.Be an active member of the school community, working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and students to nurture a living faith within the school and broader community.Key Selection Criteria The ideal candidate will possess: A deep commitment to the Catholic faith and a passion for sharing it with students.Proven experience in teaching Religious Education at the secondary level.Strong knowledge of the curriculum and theology underpinning Religious Education.Demonstrated ability to design and implement engaging and effective learning programs.Capacity to challenge students and foster their faith development through appropriate pedagogical approaches.Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and formation for mission.What's on offer? There are so many great things that CSPD has to offer! As a valued CSPD employee, you can benefit from up to 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in our schools. But that's not all. We offer:
Competitive remunerationSalary packagingWellbeing initiatives and resourcesFlexible work arrangements for eligible employeesExtensive growth and development opportunitiesEx-gratia leaveCultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employeesEssential Qualifications and Accreditations: Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD's Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children.
Apply today! Advertised: 13 Nov 2024 22:11 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Dec 2024 23:12 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
St Columba's Catholic College - Springwood
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