History Teacher - Merici College, Braddon ACT

Merici College, Braddon (see more jobs from this school)

Braddon, ACT 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: History

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 23 February 2025


Inspire students to think critically and explore the past through engaging and meaningful learning experiences. Join a supportive team that values innovation, professional growth, and evidence-based teaching, while making a lasting impact on your students' academic journey.

<p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Braddon, ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range:&nbsp;</strong>$80,184 to $130,910&nbsp;plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Negotiable<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55 pm, Sunday 23 February 2025&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About Merici College&nbsp;</strong></p><p>At Merici College, you’ll join a vibrant community dedicated to supporting your professional growth and building upon your skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7–12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11–12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7–10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially.</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p><p>As a History Teacher, you inspire and engage students by bringing the past to life through innovative teaching strategies and a diverse range of resources. You'll foster historical inquiry, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of historical events by creating meaningful learning experiences. Through regular assessment and constructive feedback, you guide students in developing their analytical skills while maintaining organised records to support their progress. We are committed to your professional growth, providing opportunities for collaboration with colleagues and engagement with families, ensuring you can thrive as an educator while empowering students on their academic journeys.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)</li><li>Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p><p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.holyspirit.act.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG)&nbsp;can&nbsp;be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:&nbsp;</strong>Please contact Nicola McLennan&nbsp;on 02 6243 4100 or via email <a href="mailto:nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au">nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries: </strong>Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></p><p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505022/history-teacher-merici-college-braddon-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>