<p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Amaroo, ACT<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Part-Time and Full-Time&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Temporary<br><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $76,754 to $126,236 full time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary determined based on years of teaching service. Salary increases apply from 12 August 2024.<br><strong>Start Date:&nbsp;</strong>Negotiable&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55pm, Friday 9 August 2024</p><p><strong>About Us</strong><br>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.&nbsp;</p><p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the School</strong><br>Good Shepherd Primary School is known for its strong community spirit, commitment to family and strong link with the Parish of Holy Spirit. Literacy, Numeracy and ICT are key focus areas in our teaching, with staff active in developing our curriculum to ensure it is relevant and effective for all our students.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong><br>A qualified classroom teacher educates students using approved techniques and resources aligned with the curriculum, providing regular assessment and feedback while maintaining accurate records. They collaborate with colleagues and families and uphold professional standards through ongoing learning and accreditation.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture</li><li>Access to our high-quality professional learning program called Catalyst</li><li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high impact teaching practice</li><li>Twenty-four (24) weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)</li><li>Up to fourteen (14) weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Always demonstrate active support for CECG policies and procedures.</li><li>Create a learning environment that stimulates learning promotes excellence and accepts and acknowledges the needs of students to be both challenged and supported.</li><li>Make the best use of the resources available.</li><li>Use a variety of teaching and learning techniques to meet individual needs.</li><li>Identify learner needs, conferring with specialist staff in the school when necessary.</li><li>Present and explain assessment criteria to students in advance.</li><li>Provide timely and useful feedback about completed assessment items for students.</li><li>Fulfil all requirements relating to assessments and their documentation.</li><li>Communicate in a clear, respectful, and professional way to optimise each student’s development.</li><li>Attend all lessons and be punctual to class.</li><li>Maintain professional confidentiality on information about students.</li><li>Be proficient in the use of IT as a teaching and administrative tool.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Must have commenced or completed Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program.</li><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.</li><li>Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p><ol><li>A thorough knowledge of the Australian Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for effective teaching and learning.</li><li>Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents.</li><li>The capacity to be a proactive member of a professional learning community complying with the legal, administrative, and professional requirements.</li><li>Classroom practices and organisational skills that create supportive and safe environments for all students, including meeting a variety of learning needs.</li><li>A comprehensive understanding of assessment and reporting strategies and the need to provide effective and timely feedback to parents and students.</li></ol><p><i>Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.</i></p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the Position Description.</p><p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.<br><br>For further information about the School please visit our <a href="https://www.goodshepherd.act.edu.au/">website</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p><p><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact Principal, Trazel Scott on 02 6255 7888 or via email <a href="mailto:trazel.scott@cg.catholic.edu.au">trazel.scott@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application specific queries</strong>: Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6218 0007 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503445/classroom-teacher-good-shepherd-primary-amaroo-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>