<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>The HASS Learning Area Leader is a member of the Learning Area Leadership Team. The HASS Learning Leader will work with the Director of Teaching and Learning to develop and nurture an innovative, contemporary approach to teaching, learning and assessment in the HASS Learning Area across Year 7 - 12.</p><p>This POR is a 2-year appointment with the opportunity for further tenure upon successful review.</p><p>A permanent teaching position is the substantive appointment for this position of responsibility.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>Our ideal candidate is a passionate advocate for HASS education. You are an inspirational leader with a collaborative spirit, eager to influence and shape the whole school strategy for HASS development. You have a proven track record of driving student engagement and achievement through innovative teaching practices and evidence-based approaches. With a deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum and SACE requirements, you excel in developing comprehensive programs that cater to diverse learning needs. Your exceptional communication and relationship-building skills enable you to work effectively with teachers, students, and the wider school community, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Your commitment to the Catholic ethos and Dominican values, along with your professional integrity and organisational abilities, make you a perfect fit for leading the HASS Learning Area at St Mary&#39;s College.</p><p><i><strong>The ability to teach Modern History will be highly regarded.</strong></i></p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>St Mary’s College is an R-12 school, educating girls in the Catholic Dominican tradition since 1869. Our Dominican spirit inspires us to be seekers of truth, to be daring and courageous, open-minded and to hold an unwavering commitment to inclusivity and welcome.<br />St Mary’s College empowers young women to excel in learning and in life. We nurture relationships that challenge and support students to contribute to a more just and compassionate world.</p><p><strong>Application process</strong></p><p>Visit the St Mary&#39;s College Website to view the Position Information Document Applicant Information Package</p><p>Applications should be addressed to:</p><p>Ms Clare Nocka <br />Principal <br />St Mary’s College</p><p>Applications should be emailed to Human Resources Advisor, Emily Semple at <strong>Recruitment&#64;stmarys.sa.edu.au</strong></p><p>Applications should include the following:</p><p><strong>- Cover letter</strong><br />- <strong>Professional statement</strong> addressing key areas of work outlined in the Position Information Document (2 pages).<br />- <strong>Curriculum Vitae </strong>including three (3) referees relevant to the position. Please ensure that you include your current employer. (2 pages). <i>It is essential that you seek your referees’ permission to list them as willing to speak about you in relation to this position. You are asked to forward to them a copy of the advertisement and the Position Information Document. This will mean that they are better able to speak about your suitability for the position, as they will be able to speak in specific terms.</i><br />- <strong>Completed CESA Employment Declaration.</strong></p><p><br /><strong>Applications close Monday 28th October 2024, at 9:00 am.</strong></p>