<p><b>Location: </b>St Monica's Primary School - North Parramatta</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Permanent 2024 opportunity.&nbsp;</strong></p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Supportive, vibrant and active school community.&nbsp;</strong></p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Our focus goes beyond academics. We strive to shape compassionate, responsible, and well-rounded individuals who will become exemplary members of society, guided by faith and ethical values.</strong></p></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">St Monica’s in North Parramatta is seeking a passionate leader of learning! The role is a non-classroom teaching position and will include leading EAL/D identification and assessment of students, as well as diversity support in classrooms.</p> <p dir="ltr">St Monica’s is a Catholic co-educational primary school located in North Parramatta, catering for students from K-6. We aim to instil the values of compassion, justice and a love of learning in all our students. St Monica’s students are engaged and excited learners who are challenged to think critically.</p> <p dir="ltr">We are a school&nbsp; with a diverse mix of cultural groups that is closely connected to our families and Parish community. We look forward to hearing from you in the near future to discuss the possibility of joining our vibrant, connected community.</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>A typical day will include:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Support and implement the goals and values of Catholic education and the strategic priorities of the School.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrate the highest levels of personal and professional integrity.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Be committed, passionate and knowledgeable about teaching and learning in their subject area.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Be involved in the selection and induction of new staff.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Drive the pedagogical vision of the School within the broader educational life of the School.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Lead staff with vision, purpose and a strong commitment to excellence.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Promote and understand the importance of assessment practice, data analysis and feedback to enhance learning.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Prepare students for changing demands of a global community.</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Establish a positive relationship with students, their families and the broader community.</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>What you can bring:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To be successful in this highly rewarding role you will demonstrate alignment with the core purpose and values of CSPD along with:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">An understanding of contemporary pedagogical approaches</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Extensive knowledge of the content and sequence of Key Learning Areas</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Knowledge and implementation of a variety of online and multimedia programs to support student learning&nbsp;</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A demonstrated understanding of what constitutes effective, developmentally appropriate strategies in learning and teaching programs</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Ability to make content meaningful to students</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A commitment to work with and within a collaborative team environment</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Well-developed communication, administration and interpersonal skills</p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Able to assist in motivating staff and students to achieve and develop a life-long love of learning.</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Essential Qualifications and Accreditations:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)<br><br></p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Tertiary Qualification (minimum 4-year degree, or 75% complete)<br><br></p></li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Valid<a href="https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/"> Working with Children Check</a> (for employment purposes)</p></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</p> <p dir="ltr">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian<a href="https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/"> https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Apply today!</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p>