<p><strong>Be part of one of the fastest growing schools in the region! </strong>  </p><p>Iona College Geelong is a Catholic Co-educational College located in Charlemont (a 15-minute drive from the Geelong CBD) which is part of the rapidly developing Armstrong Creek growth precinct located between Geelong and the Surf Coast (a 15- minute drive from Torquay).   </p><p>Our team at Iona College thrives on teamwork and collaboration, values wellbeing for both staff and students, and believes that positive relationships are at the heart of our culture.    </p><p> Applications are now sought from passionate, innovative, and dynamic educators looking to join our team as a <strong>Food Technology Teacher commencing in 2025.</strong></p><p> If you want to be part of our new, exciting, and growing team, you are encouraged to apply today.   </p><ul><li><i>Are you a passionate, innovative, and dynamic teacher who is looking for a new opportunity? </i>  </li><li><i>Are you a graduate teacher seeking a nurturing and inspiring environment in which you can continue your learning journey? </i>  </li><li><i>Are you willing to contribute your skill and expertise as an interdisciplinary teacher to the ongoing formation of an exciting new Catholic co-educational community? </i>  </li><li><i>Do you consider individual wellbeing and positive relationships to be at the heart of student learning? </i>  </li><li><i>Do you wish to positively contribute to the ongoing formation of a secondary educational environment that challenges the learning status quo? </i>  </li><li><i>Do you believe that teamwork and collaboration are a non-negotiable part of the teaching profession? </i>  </li></ul><p> If you have answered <strong>YES</strong> to the above, then you are encouraged to apply for this exciting new opportunity to be part of the Iona College Geelong Teaching Staff in 2025.   </p><p>Teachers at Iona College Geelong are expected to:  </p><ul><li>Model and celebrate behaviours that reflect the values of Catholic Education and represent the College in a positive and professional manner.  </li><li>Strive to achieve the College vision, mission, and goals.  </li><li>Contribute to a culture that engenders transparency, responsibility, and accountability.  </li><li>Commit to integrating student centred learning with a focus on emotional, spiritual, academic, social, and physical growth.   </li><li>Commit to ongoing personal and professional development including individual and collective wellbeing initiatives.  </li><li>Foster an environment where knowledge and information are valued and shared.  </li></ul><p><strong>Finding the right fit for our team</strong>  </p><p>Iona College is one of the newest schools in Victoria and we are experiencing significant growth. We are a supportive, compassionate, and fun team, so finding the right fit for our team is important to us. We are looking for an individual that demonstrates:  </p><ul><li>A positive mindset and is open to feedback and new ideas.  </li><li>The capacity to work independently.   </li><li>The initiative and drive to get things done.  </li><li>The capacity to maintain professional relationships within the College community and with the wider community on behalf of the College where necessary.  </li><li>A service focus when assisting others.  </li><li>A team player who works well with others.  </li><li>Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to liaise and communicate effectively with others.  </li><li>A commitment to ongoing Professional Learning.  </li></ul><p><strong>Applicants must have working rights within Australia.</strong>    </p><p><strong>APPLICATION PROCESS</strong>   </p><p>Interested applicants should submit the following via email:     </p><ul><li>Iona College Geelong Teaching Application Form</li></ul><p>Introductory Letter addressing the following questions:   </p><ul><li>Your reasons for wanting to become part of the Iona College Geelong Teaching Staff.   </li><li>The skills and attributes that you will contribute to the position sought and how these qualities may set you apart from other applicants.   </li></ul><p>Only Microsoft Word Documents will be accepted (no PDF documents). Responses (introductory letter) should not exceed two pages (approximately 700 words).      </p><p>Please note that <strong>ONLY </strong>these two documents (Teaching Application Form and Introductory Letter), should be submitted. All applications must be emailed to the address outlined below.   </p><p> <strong>Only applications emailed to </strong><a href="mailto:emloyment&#64;iona.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow"><strong>emloyment&#64;iona.vic.edu.au</strong></a><strong>  will be considered.</strong></p><p>Any further queries can be directed to Mrs Julie Cole, Executive Assistant to the Principal, <a href="mailto:employment&#64;iona.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">employment&#64;iona.vic.edu.au</a>    </p><p>Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of the amazing team at Iona College Geelong.</p><p><strong>Closing Date: Monday 5 August 2024 at 12 pm.</strong>      </p><p><i>Iona College Geelong is a child safe school committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.  </i>   </p>