<p><i>Established in 1879, St Aloysius&#39; College is a Catholic, Jesuit day school for boys from Year 3 to Year 12. Situated in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it has an enrolment of over 1300 students.</i></p><p><i>The College is conducted by the Society of Jesus and is part of a worldwide network of Jesuit primary and secondary schools and universities.</i></p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p><strong>Religious Education Teacher</strong></p><p>St Aloysius’ College is seeking to appoint a dedicated and qualified Religious Education Teacher who is committed to the teachings of Catholic Education, the Christian faith, and proposes Christ as the model of human life, whilst also teaching an understanding of the traditions and diversity of other world religions.</p><p>The successful candidate will demonstrate strong expertise in Religious Education with experience in teaching Stage 6 Religious Education advantageous, though not essential. You will demonstrate a willingness to integrate innovative pedagogy and contemporary classroom teaching practice that both supports and challenges students, and also embrace a collaborative approach to teaching and learning with members across faculties.</p><p>You will demonstrate the ability to plan, prepare and deliver rich and meaningful learning experiences that will greatly contribute to fostering a passion of learning about Christ, beliefs, life and culture. Furthermore, demonstrating an inquiry-based approach to stimulate a search for meaning and truth in our students. </p><p>Reporting to the Head of Religious Education, this full-time, ongoing position is ideal for a newly graduated Religious Education Teacher, with professional development opportunities at the College considered a valuable benefit. Additionally, this role is equally well-suited for an experienced and dedicated Religious Education educator.</p><p> </p><p><strong>We Offer</strong></p><p>At St Aloysius&#39; we are a proud community with strong Ignatian traditions, committed to fostering an authentic sense of team, developing career pathways and offering a workplace culture, benefits and opportunities reflective of a contemporary work environment. The College offers staff:</p><ul><li>Professional growth and career development opportunities through tailored programs for teaching, support and operational staff</li><li>Competitive remuneration, paying above MEA rates</li><li>Brand new learning and office facilities</li><li>Mentoring and coaching for early career and graduate teachers </li><li>Accreditation support for early career and experienced Teachers</li><li>Tertiary study and research grants</li><li>Student tuition fee discounts</li><li>Salary sacrifice options</li><li>Staff Wellbeing Program, inclusive of vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program and in-house counselling services</li><li>Access to the College’s aquatic and fitness centre facilities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>To be considered for this position, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Commitment to the Catholic Education of boys in the Jesuit Tradition;</li><li>Possess appropriate secondary school teaching qualifications, specifically in Religious Education, and eligibility to teach under the requirements of NESA and College policy;</li><li>Experience or capacity to teach Stage 6 Studies of Religion is advantageous though not essential; </li><li>Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with teachers in the development, implementation and evaluation of NESA based programs;</li><li>Proven ability to facilitate a warm, engaging and high-quality learning environment that meets the academic, social and emotional needs of all students;</li><li>High level of interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with staff, students, parents and the broader College community;</li><li>Excellent ICT skills and the ability to integrate technology into learning programs to improve educational outcomes;</li><li>Commitment to academic excellence;</li><li>Possess a valid Working with Children Check;</li><li>Succinct, effective communication (oral and written) skills;</li><li>Strong commitment to child safeguarding principles.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>For more information about the College, this opportunity, selection criteria and the application process please visit the College website: </p><p><a href="https://www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/our-people/current-opportunities" rel="nofollow">https://www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/our-people/current-opportunities</a> </p><p>Only applications received via <a href="mailto:recruitment&#64;staloysius.nsw.edu.au" rel="nofollow">recruitment&#64;staloysius.nsw.edu.au</a><u> </u>will be considered, and St Aloysius’ College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.</p><p><i>St Aloysius’ College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.</i></p><p><strong>Applications Close:</strong> 5.00pm, Friday, 1 November 2024</p><p>www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au</p>