<p>St Mary and St Mina’s Coptic College is an Independent Co-educational K to Year 12 school located in Rockdale, just 10 minutes away from the CBD and based on Christian beliefs and practices. We are committed to challenging our students to look beyond boundaries and to use their gifts and talents to make a difference in the world. St Mary and Mina’s is a sacred place of Faith and Learning and in partnership with parents and guardians, the College nurtures the whole person – spiritually, academically, physically and emotionally.</p> <p><b>The College is seeking to employ a highly motivated, passionate Learning Support Teacher who is appropriately qualified and is keen to work in a committed and professional team. This is a part-time (0.6 FTE) permanent position, commencing in January 2024.</b></p> <p><b><i>Key Selection Criteria </i></b></p> <p>the successful applicant for the above position must be able to provide evidence to support the following criteria:</p> <ul> <li>Strong personal Christian faith or willing to accept the College ethos and values</li> <li>Evidence of innovative classroom practices</li> <li>A high standard of competency and proficiency as a learning support teacher</li> <li>Excellent knowledge and understanding of the integration of technology in the delivery of learning</li> <li>Demonstrate an understanding of how students learn and effective classroom teaching strategies and the capacity to work with colleagues to continually improve teaching and learning</li> <li>Strong verbal and written communication skills to ensure positive relationships with students, teachers, parents and allied health professionals</li> <li>Ability to prioritise and work as part of a team<br></li> </ul> <p><b><i>Qualifications/Experience</i></b></p> <ul> <li>Appropriate teaching qualifications &amp; accreditation in NSW (NESA)</li> <li>Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education or other relevant tertiary degree or extensive experience in a Learning Support teaching role (essential);</li> <li>Previous experience working in mainstream schools, preferably secondary, working with students with diverse needs, including cognitive, behavioural and social needs;</li> <li>Experience working with students in a classroom and withdrawal settings;</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to develop and implement programmes to address identified needs (for example, literacy, numeracy, meta-cognition, study skills and social communication);</li> <li>An understanding of the Response to Intervention (RTI) Support Framework and Disability Standards for Education;</li> <li>Experience assessing individual student needs including the ability to perform relevant diagnostic tests such as YARC;</li> <li>The ability to develop and maintain Individual Education Plans;&nbsp;</li> <li>Solid understanding of NCCD and the associated record keeping;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><b><i>Applications should include: </i></b></p> <p>Cover application letter</p> <ul> <li>Resume outlining teaching, leadership and other experience relevant to the position</li> <li>A statement of educational philosophy</li> <li>Written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in a maximum of 2 pages</li> <li>Valid NSW Working with Children details (WWCC)</li> </ul> <p>St Mary &amp; St Mina’s Coptic Orthodox College is dedicated to maintaining a child-safe environment and is committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people entrusted to our care. Our Child Safe Program includes A Child Safe Policy developed in alignment with the Child Safe Standards, background screening and reference checks. We have a zero-tolerance for child abuse and are committed to doing what we can to keep students safe from harm.</p> <p><b>CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Friday 1 December 2023 </b></p> <p><b>Please note applicants will be considered for an interview upon receipt of application. Appointments may be decided before the closing date. </b></p> <p>Please forward your application to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:j.messiha@stmary.nsw.edu.au?subject=Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>j.messiha@stmary.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:j.messiha@stmary.nsw.edu.au?subject=Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">j.messiha@stmary.nsw.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Attention: Joseph Messiha – Head of Secondary</p> <p><br></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p>