<p><b>Location: </b>Emmaus Catholic College - Kemps Creek</p> <p dir="ltr">** Full Time, permanent position, commencing term 1, 2024</p> <p dir="ltr">** Possibility of 1pt (FIAT Leader)</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The School&nbsp;</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Emmaus Catholic College strives to be authentically Catholic in its identity, while ensuring the best possible learning and teaching for the whole person as part of a rich tradition of Catholic education. Emmaus offers staff and students a tranquil setting for learning. Surrounded by beautiful native bushland, wildlife and modern learning spaces, Emmaus is fully equipped with the tools of today (and tomorrow!)&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The Organisation&nbsp;</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Emmaus is proud to be part of the Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD). The Diocese is a system of 83 schools with over 5000 employees, committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. We are always on the lookout for top talent to help us achieve our strategic goal of inspiring the future, through quality catholic schooling and by strengthening the professional lives of our employees.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The opportunity</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Emmaus is seeking a skilled and passionate Religious Education Teacher to be part of our school community and enrich the lives of our students. There will also be a possibility of a Faith In Action Team 1 point (FIAT Leader).&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The Benefits&nbsp;</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">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:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Competitive remuneration</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Salary packaging&nbsp;</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Wellbeing initiatives and resources</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Flexible work arrangements for eligible employees&nbsp;</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Extensive growth and development opportunities&nbsp;</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Ex-gratia leave&nbsp;</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Cultural leave for Aboriginal &amp; Torres Strait Islander employees</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">State-of-the-art facilities</p></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The successful candidate</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The successful candidate will fit the following criteria:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Have a thorough knowledge of the Religious Education curriculum</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Good knowledge of Inquiry Based Learning.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Extensive pedagogical knowledge base and understanding of how the identified subject areas are learned, what affects students’ opportunities to learn the subject matter and how the learning and teaching of the subject matter can be enhanced.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Understanding how to differentiate learning to cater for student needs in order to maximise student learning.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Sound understanding of the learning environments, lesson plans, use of technology, teaching practices and delivery of assessment and learning feedback.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Committed to the continual improvement of their teaching practice and take opportunities for personal professional development.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Work creatively and constructively within a range of 'communities' inside and beyond the school and set high, achievable goals for themselves and their students.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Able to motivate students to achieve and to develop a life-long love of learning.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Please respond to the above selection criteria in your cover letter.</p></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Teaching Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Tertiary qualifications in Education</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">NESA Accreditation</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Working with Children Check clearance (essential)</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Exceptional communication skills</p></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>FIAT Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">An understanding of Catholic identity for a culture of dialogue</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A strong commitment to the Catholic faith in practice and lifestyle, witness and</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">modelling.&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Strong communication and organisational skills</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Ability to work within, accompany and develop a team&nbsp;</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Category D Accreditation to Teach Religious Education (Provisional Category D</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Accreditation may be considered in consultation with the Director Mission or</p> <p dir="ltr">delegate)</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>FIAT Responsibilities (if candidate wishes to obtain this additional paid role)</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Develop a clear set of focus areas for the year in alignment with the strategic focus on</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Catholic identity in consultation with the Religious Education Coordinator - or</p> <p dir="ltr">equivalent - and school leadership</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Develop student formation opportunities that respond to the school &amp; formation</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">priorities, in collaboration with leaders and local church agencies as appropriate.</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Be a credible witness of faith, committed to their own ongoing formation and guiding</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">students in their faith journey</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Work within, accompany and develop a FIAT comprised of staff and students</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Encourage and develop student leadership in FIAT programs and events</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Establish clear communication strategies with school leadership to ensure FIAT’s</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">integration and support within the wider school community</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Ability to work with outside agencies to develop prayer, social justice, and outreach</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">opportunities&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Communicate FIAT initiatives within the learning community through regular reports</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">for the school website or newsletter</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Participate in professional learning and formation networks for FIA Coordinators</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Develop a clear set of focus areas for the year in alignment with the strategic focus on</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Catholic identity in consultation with the Religious Education Coordinator - or</p> <p dir="ltr">equivalent - and school leadership</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrate an understanding of the diverse needs and backgrounds of the school</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">community through the development of inclusive strategies related to FIAT</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Interested?</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Apply today!</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.</p> <p dir="ltr">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. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian<a href="https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/"> here</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those 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.&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br></p>