<p>Our Lady of Mercy College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher of Economics to join our team in Term 1, 2025. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about teaching Economics.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>Who are we?</strong><br /> <br /> Our Lady of Mercy College (OLMC), Parramatta is a leading Catholic independent school for girls established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889. The College is located within a dynamic educational precinct in North Parramatta. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>The opportunity</strong><br /> <br /> The successful applicant will have experience teaching Stage 6 Economics, with the ability to develop and deliver syllabus-aligned coursework, design tasks that challenge students to think critically and deeply, and provide timely, constructive feedback to support reflection and improvement. They will also nurture the gifts and talents of each student, ensuring that Catholic practices and Mercy Values are central to all aspects of school life.<br /> </p> <div> </div> <p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong><br /> </p> <ul> <li>Relevant tertiary qualifications to teach in NSW.</li> <li>Experience teaching Stage 6 Economics.</li> <li>Capacity to critically reflect and adjust teaching practice to improve learning outcomes.</li> <li>Capacity to establish a supportive environment conducive to effective student learning.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, administrative, organisational and collaborative working skills.</li> <li>Flexibility and adaptability to the teaching requirements of the College.</li> <li>Willingness to actively support and participate in the life of the College, and the Catholic mission and Mercy values of the College.</li> <li>Willingness to participate in the co-curricular life of the College (noting that there are no regular weekend sporting commitments).</li> <li>Hold a current Working with Children Check number.</li> <li>Have appropriate NESA accreditation.</li> </ul> <p><br /> <br /> <strong>Why work at OLMC?</strong><strong><br /> </strong><br /> </p> <ul> <li>You will be a member of a professional and dynamic HSIE department and educational team.</li> <li>The College pays for staff parking at Parramatta Leagues Club (one block away).</li> <li>You are in walking distance of coffee, food and retail shops.</li> <li>Morning tea is provided every day, with regular whole-staff events.</li> <li>Opportunities for paid professional development.</li> </ul> <p><br /> <strong>What you need to know</strong><br /> </p> <ul> <li>Permanent full-time position</li> <li>Commencing Term 1, 2025</li> <li>Applications should be addressed to Ms Lucie Farrugia, Principal.</li> <li>Rigorous pre-employment screening will be conducted for preferred candidates.</li> <li>Interviews may proceed as applications are submitted, and the College reserves the right to appoint an applicant at any time.</li> <li>At OLMC, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Please note that all applicants must have a current Working with Children Check number, and all teaching applicants must also have NESA accreditation.</li> <li>Interviews for shortlisted applicants will take place on Tuesday, 18 December 2024.</li> </ul> <p><br /> <br /> </p>