<p><strong>Position:</strong> English Teacher<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Iona College Geelong<br /><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time<br /><strong>Start Date:</strong> 28th January 2025</p><p><strong>About Us:</strong></p><p>Iona College Geelong is a dynamic and forward-thinking high school committed to fostering academic excellence and holistic development in our students. We are dedicated to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students can explore diverse perspectives and develop critical thinking skills.</p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>We are seeking a passionate and dynamic High School English Teacher to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching and an ability to inspire students through a rich and diverse English language arts curriculum. This role involves creating engaging lessons, fostering a love for literature, and helping students develop their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver engaging and standards-aligned English language arts lessons that cover literature, composition, grammar, and language analysis.</li><li>Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and intellectual growth.</li><li>Assess and evaluate student performance using a variety of assessment tools. Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student development.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, participate in curriculum development, and contribute to school-wide educational initiatives.</li><li>Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and classroom activities.</li><li>Promote equity and inclusion within the classroom, ensuring that all students feel respected and valued.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field</li><li>VIT registration </li><li>Proven experience in teaching English</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students.</li><li>Commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive learning environment.</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>A supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.</li><li>Access to a range of resources and technology to enhance teaching and learning.</li><li>A vibrant school community dedicated to student success and well-being.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p><p>Interested applicants should submit the following via email:</p><p> </p><ol><li>Iona College Geelong Teaching Application Form</li><li>Introductory Letter addressing the following questions:</li><li>Your reasons for wanting to become part of the Iona College Geelong Teaching Staff.</li><li>The skills, attributes, and experience that you will contribute to the position of English teacher and how these qualities may set you apart from other applicants.</li></ol><p>Only Microsoft Word Documents will be accepted (no PDF documents). Responses (introductory letter) should not exceed two pages (approximately 700 words). </p><p> </p><p>Please note that <strong>only </strong>these two documents (Teaching Application Form and Letter), should be submitted. All applications must be emailed to the address outlined below.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Email applications to: </strong><a href="mailto:employment&#64;iona.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow"><strong>employment&#64;iona.vic.edu.au</strong></a> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Closing Date: 4pm- Monday 16th September 2024</strong></p>