<p><b>About Westminster </b></p> <p>Westminster is a leading coeducational, Early Learning to Year 12, day and boarding Uniting Church school. We aspire to be the best school for an exceptional education, developing individuals of great character to achieve more than they thought possible. We want Westminster to have a world class reputation, renowned for a genuine focus on well-being, inspired by our values of kindness, resilience, mindfulness, curiosity, courageousness and inclusivity.</p> <p><b>About the Senior School Teacher –English </b></p> <p>We are seeking a suitably qualified and passionate English teacher to join our team working in the Senior School to replace a permanent employee on leave. You will be expected to maintain the highest standards of preparation for teaching and learning, student management, personal presentation and punctuality. Your collegial and collaborative nature will be evident in ensuring the best possible outcomes for our students. To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to:</p> <ul> <li>Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning</li> <li>Provide feedback and professional support to improve individual student learning outcomes</li> <li>Contribute to the development of a strong learning community and culture</li> <li>Contribute to Pastoral Care and Co-curricular programs of the School</li> </ul> <p><b>Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience</b>:</p> <ul> <li>Relevant tertiary qualifications, and an experienced teacher of English for Years 7 to 12</li> <li>Current (or ability to attain) SA Teacher Registration</li> <li>Innovative and exemplary classroom practitioner with a proven record of student outcomes</li> <li>High level of ICT skills, knowledge and effective incorporation into classroom practice</li> <li>The capacity to cater for students with a range of abilities and learning styles within the classroom and to monitor, and respond to, student progress</li> <li>The capability to work cooperatively with students, staff and parents to produce the best learning outcomes for students</li> <li>Accreditation as a Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (or working towards) will be viewed favourably</li> <li>Support for the ethos of an independent, coeducational, Uniting Church school.</li> </ul> <p><b>Key Selection Criteria: Personal Qualities: </b></p> <ul> <li>Enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator</li> <li>A high level of organisational ability; is flexible and can prioritise and manage multiple demands in a fast paced environment</li> <li>Highly developed interpersonal skills which enable positive relationships to be built with managers, peers, staff, parents and students</li> <li>Able to successfully work independently, and collaboratively, as part of a team</li> <li>Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvementA team player demonstrating a ‘whole School’ and ‘whole child’ perspective</li> </ul> <p>A position description is available on our website under Careers www.westminster.school</p> <p>For further information about this role please contact the <a href="mailto:humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au?subject=Senior%20School%20Teacher%20-%20English%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au</a></p> <p>To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter to Mr Andrew Whiteman, Deputy Principal-Head of Senior School.</p> <p>Applications may be reviewed and progressed as received.</p> <p>Applications will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.</p> <p><b><i>Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.</i></b></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>