<p><strong>Location:&nbsp;</strong>Braddon, ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:&nbsp;</strong>Permanent&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Salary Range: </strong> $80,184 to $130,910&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date: </strong>January 2025, Term One&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date:&nbsp;</strong>11.55 pm, Sunday 22 September 2024&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About Us&nbsp;</strong></p><p>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 Merici College&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merici College is an all-girls 7-12 Catholic College committed to excellence in the education of girls, striving to assist all students to develop their potential academically, spiritually, culturally, physically and socially through innovative programs. Merici College is an IB World School, authorised to offer the Diploma Programme (Years 11-12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7-10).&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p><p>A French 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.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li><li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst&nbsp;</li><li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><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>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>Provide timely and useful feedback about completed assessment items for students.</li><li>Communicate in a clear, respectful, and professional way to optimise each student’s development.</li><li>Be proficient in the use of IT as a teaching and administrative tool.</li><li>Maintain professional confidentiality on information about students.</li><li>Communicate with parents in written reports and parent-teach interviews and at other times as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Must have commenced or completed Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program.</li><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP).</li><li>Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation.</li></ul><p><strong>Selection Criteria&nbsp;</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 position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.&nbsp;</i></p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</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&nbsp;</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.&nbsp;</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.&nbsp;</p><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.merici.act.edu.au/ ">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Nicola McLennan&nbsp;on 02 6243 4100 or via email <a href="mailto:nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au">nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503540/french-teacher-merici-college-braddon-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>