<p><b>Location: </b>Catherine McAuley - Westmead</p> <p dir="ltr">Catherine McAuley Westmead, is a Catholic systemic school offering a comprehensive education for girls from Years 7 to 12 in the Mercy tradition. Inspired by our founder, Venerable Catherine McAuley, we aspire to a God-created way of life which respects and affirms the dignity of each person.</p> <p dir="ltr">We are part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), a system of schools committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. With over 5000 passionate employees located across 83 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to transform the learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 40,000 plus students.</p> <p dir="ltr">We are&nbsp; looking for a skilled, contemporary and passionate Secondary TAS Teacher to be part of our school community and enrich the lives of our students on a permanent full time basis from Term 1 2024.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">Teachers within the Diocese are responsible to the Principal and shares in the learning and teaching of subject matters to students of the school community. Teachers are responsible for delivering high quality contemporary learning and teaching for the community they serve which is embedded in the Catholic world view. It is a collaborative ministry of witness and service and part of the evangelising mission of the Church.</p> <p dir="ltr">Key focus areas</p> <p dir="ltr">The Secondary TAS Teacher will fit the following criteria:</p> <p dir="ltr">-Extensive, contemporary and authoritative professional knowledge and understanding of the teaching of technology and the factors that influence learning and the development of skills.</p> <p dir="ltr">-Use effective pedagogies, a range of differentiated assessment approaches and a wide variety of stimulating and interactive resources to enhance student learning outcomes.</p> <p dir="ltr">-Build effective relationships and manage complex interactions and balancing the development of skills and knowledge.</p> <p dir="ltr">-Create engaging, intellectually challenging and safe learning environments through planning, implementing and evaluating rigorous and inclusive learning programs.</p> <p dir="ltr">-Make a positive difference to the learning outcomes of the students taught.</p> <p dir="ltr">-Sensitive and responsive to all aspects of the context in which they teach including use of technology and other resources, teaching practices and ways in which assessment and feedback is provided to students.</p> <p dir="ltr">-Excellent teachers of Technology are committed to the continual improvement of their teaching practice and take opportunities for personal professional development.</p> <p dir="ltr">-They 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> <p dir="ltr">-Exhibit personal approaches characterised by caring and respect for others.</p> <p dir="ltr">-Ability to teach Stage 4, 5, 6 Mandatory Tech and Hospitalty, or a desire to become accredited to teach Hospitality is an advantage.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The Organisation</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese provides quality learning and teaching in a faith-centred environment across 80 primary and secondary schools and within early learning and out of school hours care centres in Western Sydney.&nbsp;</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 and adoption and compliance with CSPD'S Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian<a href="https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check"> here</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Applicants wishing to work in any of&nbsp; the schools within the Diocese, either as a casual, temporary or full time employee, must be classified with the CSPD.&nbsp; If you are not already classified, you will need to complete the online registration for teachers process found on the<a href="https://ceo-web.parra.catholic.edu.au/ceoweb/login.htm;jsessionid=25BEC5198F21769A575BF7C05706E4F5"> CSPD website</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">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.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Apply today!</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>