PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

SPCC Teachers have an important responsibility to both teach and minister in their gifts so that children and young people receive an excellent education with holistic foundations, embedded in Christian values, for the whole of life. This will be done in close collaboration with the school executive and strict compliance with Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, relevant syllabus, policy and procedures, while upholding the mission and values of the College. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Pray for students.
• Plan, prepare and deliver effective teaching and learning programs which demonstrate:
  • clear alignment with Biblical principles and sound doctrine,
  • strong subject knowledge,
  • current educational research,
  • well-developed practice,
  • capacity for student engagement,
  • consistency with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, relevant NESA syllabus documents, and policy and procedural documents,
  • effective collaboration in team planning and/or team teaching.
• Support the spiritual, physical, social and emotional well-being and safety of students by developing safe, supportive and mutually respectful relationships in a variety of settings.
• Assess and record student progress carefully and appropriately, and provide timely feedback to students, actively engaging them in the learning process.
• Report and discuss student progress and performance with parents, the College and other stakeholders as required, in a timely and professional manner.
• Use standardised testing data to inform teaching practice to further student outcomes. 
• Create supportive learning environments that cater for all student learning needs and manage behaviour effectively, in accordance with College policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate student attendance records.
• Identify, assess and appropriately manage risks associated with planned learning activities in accordance with College policies and procedures and relevant WHS regulations.
• Where possible, ensure that learning can continue if unavoidable absence occurs, by providing appropriate lesson plans for colleagues.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

• A mature Christian faith that is overt and allows for discussion and prayer about matters of faith as they relate to the teacher’s professional and personal journey.
• Able to collaborate effectively in team planning and/or team teaching as collaborative practice is a key approach to teaching and learning in the College.
• Able to foster a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment. 
• Commitment to ongoing professional development. 

WE’LL PARTNER WITH YOU ALONG THE WAY

As a member of the St Philip’s team, we are committed to advancing your God-given purpose and potential by supporting your personal and professional growth, while approaching the changing needs of the future with confidence and ingenuity.

All SPCC employees are responsible for ensuring the workplace is free from sexual harassment and must not engage in any behaviour that could amount to sexual harassment. They are also committed to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards and strictly complies with work health safety standards.

Important Note: Applications will be assessed as they are received and interviews may begin prior to the closing date for early applicants. However, all applications submitted by the closing date will be fully considered.