<p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a passionate and experienced teacher specialising in English and Humanities, ideally with expertise in Middle Years education. In this role, you will deliver an engaging and innovative curriculum at Sheldon College, working alongside a dedicated team of educators.</p><p>Your focus will be on enhancing students&#39; skills and knowledge in English and Humanities, using your expertise to inspire and support Middle Years learners.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>At <strong>Sheldon College</strong> we are striving to be an Employer of Choice. We believe that <strong>People Make the Difference</strong> and reward staff by providing industry leading benefits supporting their Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family and Professional Growth and Learning. Some of those benefits include:</p><ul><li>Above Award remuneration.</li><li>Salary Packaging.</li><li>Superannuation Co-Contribution.</li><li>College Paid Parental Leave.</li><li>On-Site Early Learning Centre &amp; Prep - 12 College employee fee discounts.</li><li>College provided Staff Lunch &amp; Coffee and Cake days every term. Lunch provided at training and Professional Development days.</li><li>Staffroom essentials incl. Bread, Raisin Toast, Condiments, Tea/Coffee, Milk.</li><li>Health initiatives including onsite pop-up clinics.</li><li>Health Insurance and Specsavers Discounts.</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Staff Wellness Committee;</li><li>Support for career progression and a strong focus on professional development supported release time. </li><li>Facilities and Resources that enable you to be the best, innovative professional in your field.</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications as a Primary Teacher.</li><li>Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).</li><li>Ability to plan and deliver exceptional teaching and learning programs that meet the needs of students in middle years according to ACARA and QCAA.</li><li>Specialty experience in English and Humanities and/or experience and knowledge as a Middle Years Educator</li><li>Passion for quality teaching and learning and the ability to translate this into a challenging learning environment with strong student engagement and excellent academic outcomes.</li><li>Ability to create a safe, secure learning environment in which trust is fostered, individual differences are respected and valued, and students are encouraged to be risk takers and self-directed learners.</li><li>Capacity for reflection and self-directed learning with a commitment to continuously improve teaching practices.</li><li>Ability to apply creative and innovative practices and processes in education and digital platform tools to support student learning.</li><li>Strong team orientation with a willingness to contribute and collaborate.</li><li>Ability to establish effective relationships with students, parents and colleagues and partnerships within the wider community.</li><li>High standards of personal integrity and professionalism.</li><li>Ability to be a proactive and collaborative member of a team</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable </strong></p><ul><li>Experience and Knowledge as a Primary Educator.</li><li>Understanding of and/or Experience with the Science of Learning research and principles.</li><li>Sound understanding of wellbeing issues as related to students</li></ul><p><strong>About Us </strong> </p><p><strong>Sheldon College </strong>is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational College situated in Redland City, catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academic, sporting and cultural arenas with access to state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, resource centres and studios, as well as cultural, performing arts and sporting facilities.    </p><p>Our teachers are our most valuable investment. Every member of our academic staff plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to provide outstanding education in a safe, secure learning environment, underpinned by our philosophy of <strong>Love, Laughter and Learning.</strong></p>