<p><strong>Position Purpose</strong></p> <p>The Leader of Pedagogy supports the Principal in the instructional leadership of the school and is a member of the leadership team. It is essential that the person in this role has the capacity to model quality learning and teaching, a desire to undertake deep research and professional reading and an ability to translate theory into action in order to increase teacher capacity and lift student faith and learning outcomes.<br> &nbsp;</p> <p><br><strong>Position</strong></p> <p>Permanent full-time teaching role + 1 year Leader of Pedagogy (LoP) Contract .</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Commencement</strong></p> <p>The commencement date for this position is 28 January 2027.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Essential criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Appropriate teaching qualifications and current NESA registration.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated deep knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices and K-6 curriculum, with a demonstrated ability to implement these practices to a very high standard in contemporary classrooms</li> <li>Demonstrated highly effective leadership, collaboration, communication, organisation and time management skills.</li> <li>Demonstrated capacity to build, develop and maintain effective teams and develop cooperative and constructive working relationships that promote quality teaching and learning practices</li> <li>Ability to successfully initiate, plan, implement, review and renew programs in response to new educational needs and priorities.</li> <li>Demonstrated capacity to evaluate and critically reflect upon professional practice and to assist and support colleagues to develop their own skills through involvement in professional development.&nbsp;</li> <li>Success in implementing effective improvements in a school setting.</li> <li>Meet the criteria and be willing to teach Religious Education in the Diocese of Armidale in accordance with the&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SlCAYX_2im_K565mQ06rqoIZHH5TREWw/view" rel="nofollow"><u>Framework for the Accreditation of Staff in Catholic Schools.</u></a></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Desirable criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Evidence of relevant recent professional development related to Religious Education, Leadership and Curriculum.</li> <li>Proficient in the use of ICT.</li> <li>Demonstrated skills in negotiation and conflict resolution.</li> <li>Proven capacity to build relationships with all groups in the school community.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Application</strong></p> <p>For questions regarding the professional nature of this position, please contact Jen Honner, Principal on (02) 67421136 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jhonner@arm.catholic.edu.au?subject=Leader%20of%20Pedagogy%20%28LoP%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><u>jhonner@arm.catholic.edu.au</u></a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Before submitting your application, please ensure the following:</p> <ul> <li>You have carefully read the position description and ensure you understand the role you are applying for and that it is suited to your skills, experience and qualifications.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Complete the relevant online application form</strong> by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QTZ6T7Z" rel="nofollow"><strong><u>clicking here</u></strong></a> and attach a cover letter (optional) and CV that clearly outlines your qualifications and career history.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><i>Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to employment screening.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>