Science Teacher

Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta

PARRAMATTA, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Science

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 11 September 2024


Our Lady of Mercy College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher of Science to join our team at the beginning of Term 1, 2025. This full-time position is ideal for an educator who has demonstrated strong results in teaching Stage 6 Science.

<p>Our Lady of Mercy College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher of Science to join our team at the beginning of Term 1, 2025. This full-time position is ideal for an educator who has demonstrated strong results in teaching Stage 6 Science.&nbsp;<br><br><br><br><strong>Who are we?</strong><br><br>Our Lady of Mercy College (OLMC), Parramatta is a leading Catholic independent school for girls established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889. The College is located within a dynamic educational precinct in North Parramatta.&nbsp;<br><br><br><br><strong>The opportunity</strong><br><br>The successful applicant will be prepared to teach Stage 4-6 Biology, Chemistry, or Physics and possess HSC marking experience. They will have a proven ability to develop and deliver coursework aligned with the syllabus, create tasks that challenge students to think critically, and provide timely, constructive feedback to foster reflection and improvement.<br><br><br><br>The primary purpose of this role is to nurture the gifts and talents of each student ensuring that our Catholic practices and Mercy Values underpin all aspects of life in the school.</p><p><br><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p><ul><li>Relevant tertiary qualifications to teach Science in NSW.</li><li>Experience and strong results in teaching Stage 6 Biology, Chemistry or Physics.</li><li>HSC marking experience.</li><li>Capacity to critically reflect and adjust teaching practice to improve learning outcomes.</li><li>Capacity to establish a supportive environment conducive to effective student learning.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, administrative, organisational and collaborative working skills.</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability to the teaching requirements of the College.</li><li>Willingness to actively support and participate in the life of the College, and the Catholic mission and Mercy values of the College.</li><li>Willingness to participate in the co-curricular life of the College (noting that there are no regular weekend sporting commitments).</li><li>Hold a current Working with Children Check number.</li><li>Have appropriate NESA accreditation.</li></ul><p><br><br><strong>Why work at OLMC?</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>You will be a member of a professional and dynamic Science department and educational team.</li><li>The College pays for staff parking at Parramatta Leagues Club (one block away).</li><li>You are in walking distance of coffee, food and retail shops.</li><li>Morning tea is provided every day, with regular whole-staff events.</li><li>Opportunities for paid professional development.</li></ul><p><br><strong>What you need to know</strong></p><ul><li>Permanent full-time position</li><li>Commencing 28 January 2025</li><li>Applications should be addressed to Ms Lucie Farrugia, Principal</li><li>Rigorous pre-employment screening will be conducted for preferred candidates</li><li>Interviews may proceed as applications are submitted, and the College reserves the right to appoint an applicant to the role prior to the application closing date</li><li>At OLMC, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Please note that all applicants must have a current Working with Children Check number, and all teaching applicants must also have NESA accreditation.</li><li>Applications close Wednesday 11 September 2024</li></ul><p><br>&nbsp;</p>
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