We are seeking a passionate and inspiring teacher who is eager to provide quality education and care for our students. The Specialist Teacher - Literacy and Numeracy Focus will support the learning of students in Prep through to Year 2 through response to data in the areas of Numeracy and Literacy. The Junior School is a member of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, and all teachers will use this framework for learning and teaching in the classroom.

Other Key Responsibilities include:

• Attend and contribute to planning sessions with Prep, Year 1 and Year 2 teachers to enhance Literacy and Numeracy teaching and learning.
• Collaboratively teach with staff in the areas of Literacy and Numeracy as needed.
• Collect and analyse data to inform recommendations to support learning outcomes for all students.
• Model best practice and evidence-based strategies for Literacy and Numeracy.
• Create a nurturing learning environment which is learner centred, supportive, cooperative and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices.
• Collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs using the IB PYP Framework and the ACARA curriculum; evaluate their effectiveness; assess and report student progress; and report these to students, parents and the community.
• Work closely with our Inclusive Practices Team to inform programs that cater for the diverse range of learners within the classroom in the areas of Literacy and Numeracy.
• Foster and develop appropriate professional relationships with parents, guardians and the wider College community.
• Commit to maintaining currency of professional knowledge and skills, and participate in the school renewal processes.

To be successful in this role you must:

• Must have a current Queensland College of Teacher registration (or be eligible for registration).
• Experience in early years teaching Prep - Year 2 with IB PYP experience preferable.
• Demonstrated understanding of contemporary Literacy and Numeracy best practice.
• Demonstrated strong computer skills in Microsoft applications including but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, Excel, TEAMS, and OneNote.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact confidently and sensitively with staff, parents and students.
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate.
• Must satisfy all visa requirements for working in Australia.

Applications close at 3:00pm on Thursday, 24 April 2025

Within two weeks of the closing date, the selection panels' decision will be communicated to successful applicants. Only those who have been interviewed will be contacted. Please refer to our College’s website Employment page for the "Employment Collection Notice." This notice will inform you, as an applicant of how St Andrews Lutheran College will handle the information collected from you, including your personal information and resume.

The College reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Agency applications are respectfully declined.

St Andrews Lutheran College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students. All applicants are required to undergo a screening process and the successful applicant must comply with all College policies and procedure