Classroom Teacher - Music

MacKillop College Bathurst

BATHURST, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Music

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 12 December 2024


Harmony awaits: Unleash your passion, inspire the next symphony. Join our school to create musical brilliance

<p><strong>MacKillop College, Bathurst</strong><br><strong>All-girls, years 7-12</strong><br><strong>Temporary, Full time&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>Commencing: Term 1 until the end of Term 1</strong></p><p><br><strong>About the Role</strong><br>We have an exciting opportunity for a Music Teacher to become a valuable addition to our remarkable team at MacKillop College. The teacher in a Secondary Catholic School is someone who can collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs relevant to the Music curriculum while creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment for their students.</p><p>We are seeking a Music Teacher who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:</p><ul><li>Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.</li><li>Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.</li><li>Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.</li><li>Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.</li><li>Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.</li><li>Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contribute to school life.</li><li>Providing student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities<br><br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p>A copy of the <i><strong>position description</strong></i> can be found <a href="https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtthtDxW8qBfylSy1p49zSdhQYM3WZS9N6hRtTBR8PaNu0NhTxNSQMO_482yhAR4_mgmZQUfEfJznMlIhsQ72QMtjJdqsvAVRaHMxGkahFMAXPdxUFLEifs5SnBniB5Kzz7QOtLSWjxFaAo3Ek1o-KIA%7e%7e">here.</a></p><p><br><strong>About You</strong><br>We are looking for someone who is able to align with the following selection criteria:</p><ul><li>Expertise and a passion for leading learning</li><li>Appropriate tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW</li><li>Demonstrated ability to use technology to inform, track and report learning</li><li>Highly effective organisational and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to contribute to the further development of a self-reviewing and self-improving school culture</li><li>Interest in the coordination of transition events and an ability to manage various stakeholders</li><li>A demonstrated commitment and understanding of the ideals of Catholic Education<br><br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>About Our Offer</strong><br>Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst.&nbsp; Some benefits include:</p><ul><li>Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development</li><li>Positive, engaging, and supportive culture</li><li>An organisation that is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development</li><li>Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks</li><li>Bathurst offers a vibrant cultural scene, with various arts festivals, events, and galleries to enjoy as well as the iconic Bathurst 1000 event</li><li>The benefit of regional life, situated just over 2 hours from Sydney</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/bathurst-area/bathurst">Click here to find out more about Bathurst, NSW.</a></p><p><strong>About Us</strong><br>Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.</p><p>MacKillop College, named for Mary MacKillop who had strong ties with the area, is an all-girls’ Catholic Secondary School located in the beautiful country city of Bathurst. MacKillop College is highly regarded in the Bathurst community with a fine reputation for excellent standards as well as promoting happy and harmonious relationships.</p><p>MacKillop College is grounded in its Catholic values, drawing from the rich traditions of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St Joseph. At MacKillop, we strongly believe in the effectiveness of girls’ education to empower young women to reach their personal, social and academic potential are challenged to be the best version of themselves.</p><p><a href="https://mackillopbathurst.catholic.edu.au/">Click here to find out more about MacKillop College.</a><br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br>If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:</p><ul><li>An updated CV/Resume</li><li>A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement</li><li>Contact details of appropriate referees</li><li>All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)</li></ul><p><strong>Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 12 December 2024.</strong></p><p><i><u>Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!</u></i></p><p><strong>A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.</strong></p><p>Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6338 2200</p><p><i>CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.</i></p><p><i>A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.</i></p><p><i>Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.</i></p><p><i>Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1040/tn/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/496708/classroom-teacher-music">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>