HSIE Teacher - Geography

St John the Evangelist Catholic High School, Nowra (see more jobs from this school)

NOWRA, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Geography , HSIE

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 6 December 2024


A Co-educational Catholic High School serving the Shoalhaven area with an enrolment of approximately 949 pupils. St John’s is just 1 hour south of Wollongong.

<p><strong>Location:</strong> St John the Evangelist Catholic High School, Nowra</p><p>St John the Evangelist Catholic High School, Nowra is a co-educational Catholic high school. Recognised as a centre of excellence in learning and pastoral care, St John’s has a strong focus on student growth in learning and building peaceful just relationships. The school draws students from Berry in the north to as far south as Ulladulla. With a student population of approximately 949 students, the school is located just one hour drive south of Wollongong</p><p>A temporary full time position commencing 31 January 2025 until 19 December 2025. The successful applicant will be required to teach Geography. Ability to teach History and/or Aboriginal Studies is an advantage.</p><p>The role of Classroom Teacher exists to support growth in faith and improvement in learning so that students may reach their full potential.</p><p>ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA</p><ul><li>Demonstrate a deep understanding and commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church</li><li>Create and maintain an orderly, safe and supportive learning environment.</li><li>Apply knowledge of the diverse needs of students to support their full participation in learning</li><li>Ability to plan for and implement effective teaching and learning in Geography</li><li>Use a range of assessment strategies and analyse data to inform student learning</li><li>Demonstrate commitment to engage professionally with colleagues, parents /carers and the wider school community</li></ul><p>DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA</p><ul><li>Ability to teach History and/or Aboriginal Studies.</li></ul><p>GENERAL CAPABILITES</p><ul><li>Well-developed interpersonal skills</li><li>Well-developed oral and written communication skills</li><li>Strong organisational skills</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment</li></ul><p>QUALIFICATIONS</p><ul><li>Appropriate qualifications for teaching nominated Geography</li><li>Level B Accreditation in accordance with To Work, Teach and Lead policy or a commitment to gain level within the first 5 years of employment&nbsp; with CEDoW</li><li>The applicant must be registered to teach with NESA.</li></ul><p>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE</p><p>This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.&nbsp;</p><p>POSITION APPLICATION&nbsp;</p><p>Applicants are to complete an online application which asks to briefly address the essential criteria (equivalent to 2-3 pages) and submit a short CV (2-3 pages).</p><p>To submit your Application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.</p><p><strong>Closing date: 6 December 2024 at 6pm</strong></p>