Mater Dei College - EDGEWATER

School Principal : Mr John Laurito
School Address : PO Box 10 Joondalup WA 6919
Phone Number : 9405 4777
Fax Number : 9306 2629
Email Address : materdei@mdc.wa.edu.au.
Web Site : www.mdc.wa.edu.au.

Type : Full-Time
Term : Ongoing

Position Details:

Mater Dei College has the opportunity for a full-time, ongoing English Teacher to become an integral part of the College’s English Department, commencing 1 January 2025.
 
We are seeking a vibrant, passionate, dedicated and confident individual who is committed to helping our students reach their full potential.
 
The English Teacher will be responsible for a variety of tasks within the English Learning Area inclusive of, but not limited to:  

•  Implementing effective teaching strategies to engage and challenge students of varying abilities to achieve specific learning outcomes.

•  Fostering a stimulating, encouraging and inclusive classroom environment designed to support student growth.

•  Programming for classes within the English Learning Area and thoroughly planning for each lesson.

•  Assessing the performance of students in accordance with College procedures and where required, maintaining contact with parents regarding the performance and wellbeing of students.

•  Meeting the deadlines set by the Head of Learning Area and College Executive.

Selection Criteria:

 The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism whilst supporting the Catholic ethos and values of the College.

 The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism whilst supporting the Catholic ethos and values of the College.

The successful applicant will have the ability to teach English across all year levels and will also hold a tertiary qualification for Secondary Education, preferably in English.

Demonstrated experience within the English Learning Area will be viewed favourably.

Graduate teachers are also encouraged to apply

Qualifications Required:

Qualifications
•  Bachelor’s degree in Education, preferably in English
•  Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) or equivalent

Terms of Employment
•  Hold a current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)
•  Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWC)
•  Hold, or be working towards completion of, Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School, Accreditation to Teach Religious Education or Accreditation for Leadership in Catholic Schools
• Annually complete the Child Protection Procedures and Mandatory Reporting Training

Highly Desirable
•  Knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum
•  An understanding of current educational perspectives
•  Experience working with high school students
•  Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively with students, colleagues, parents/guardians and external partners
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•  Strong time management and organisational skills
•  Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities   

In applying for this position you will be providing personal information to the School. This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment.

Applicants must have a current registration as a teacher with the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) to be eligible for appointment. Information is available from the TRBWA website.

Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, people of all ages and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.

Applicants must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.

 
On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website. An application for a WWC must be made in person.

Listed : 1st October , 2024
Applications Close : 15th October , 2024
Vacancy Number : 30973