Religious Education Teacher

MacKillop Catholic Regional College (see more jobs from this school)

WERRIBEE, VIC 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Religious Studies / Studies of Religion

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 25 November 2024


We are a Catholic Coeducational Secondary College with two campuses, set on approximately 20 hectares of beautiful gardens and playing fields. MacKillop is an innovative learning community offering contemporary facilities, a vibrant curriculum and supportive wellbeing programs that are respectful and responsive to the individual needs of approximately 1,730 students from Years 7-12.

<p>We are seeking an inspirational educator to join our team of Religious Education Teachers, to engage our students in dialogue and explore their individual lived experiences of faith. Through a variety of learning methods, we intend our students to reflect upon self, their spirituality and contemporary society. Our Religious Education teachers aspire to cultivate and enable a deeper understanding of the Catholic tradition and how to integrate faith and life in a contemporary way.</p><p>In this role you will influence, guide and nurture our students’ knowledge and understanding of scripture, values and expressions of faith.</p><p>To be successful, you will need to display creativity, openness and a willingness to engage in faith-based conversations, alongside the classroom practice of prayer, ritual and liturgical celebration. We are looking for an authentic role model who is sensitive to the challenges experienced by students and who can demonstrate acceptance, empathy and understanding.</p><p>As a Catholic College, our teachers must have an active commitment to working in and supporting a school culture that reflects gospel values and a pastoral approach towards student and staff wellbeing.</p><p>At MacKillop College our teachers enjoy the benefit of a welcoming and supportive culture, contemporary teaching facilities and professional support which includes, a team of dedicated instructional coaches and teacher mentors.</p><p>The successful applicant will commence Term 1, 2025 as a permanent Teacher.</p><p><strong>Our ideal Candidate will have </strong><br />•    experience in facilitating Religious Education in a school environment  <br />•    experience with curriculum and learning resources associated with Religious Education  <br />•    a passion for exploring contemporary expressions of faith in society     <br />•    a commitment to the ethos of Catholic education and the charism of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop</p><p><strong>Application</strong></p><p>To apply for this role please visit <a href="https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/" rel="nofollow">https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/</a> and obtain an application form and position description. </p><p>Applications must include:</p><p>•    MacKillop College application for employment form<br />•    a current Curriculum Vitae<br />•    a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the position </p><p>Completed applications can be emailed to <a href="mailto:employment&#64;mackillop.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">employment&#64;mackillop.vic.edu.au</a>  </p><p>Further information: Please contact Michael Trainor, Director People &amp; Culture on 0439 560 092.</p><p><i><strong>MacKillop College promotes the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all students</strong></i></p>