<p>St Mary &amp; St Mina's Coptic Orthodox College<br> Rockdale, Sydney NSW, Australia<br> Full-time | Permanent</p> <p>Commencing:&nbsp;Immediate start, Term 2, 2026<br><strong>Closing Date: Friday 1st May 2026</strong></p> <p>St Mary &amp; St Mina's Coptic Orthodox College is an independent co-educational K–12 Christian school committed to providing high-quality education grounded in the values and teachings of the Coptic Orthodox faith. We strive to develop students who are spiritually grounded, intellectually curious, and socially responsible.</p> <p>We are seeking a passionate and dedicated English / HSIE Teacher to join our English / HSIE faculties and contribute to the continued growth of the subject across the College. The successful applicant will be an engaging and enthusiastic educator who fosters academic excellence and models a genuine passion for teaching and learning.</p> <p>The successful applicant will report directly to the Heads of English and HSIE and work collaboratively with members of those faculties to support high-quality teaching and learning.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br> The English / HSIE Teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons while contributing positively to the culture and development of the faculty.</p> <p><strong>The successful candidate will:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrate a strong commitment to the Christian ethos and Coptic Orthodox values of the College.</li> <li>Deliver high-quality teaching and learning programs across English and HSIE subjects, including Stage 6 Legal Studies.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with the Heads of Faculty and faculty members in curriculum planning, assessment, and reporting.</li> <li>Contribute to the development and implementation of new syllabus programming, ensuring alignment with current NESA requirements.</li> <li>Design engaging and rigorous learning experiences that promote critical thinking, financial literacy, and economic understanding.</li> <li>Support faculty initiatives that enhance student engagement and academic outcomes.</li> <li>Participate actively in faculty meetings, professional learning, and whole-school initiatives.</li> <li>Build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, contributing to a supportive and inclusive school environment.</li> <li>Experience teaching Stage 6 Legal Studies is highly desirable.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong><br> Applicants should address the following criteria in their written response (maximum two pages):</p> <ul> <li>Capacity to uphold and promote the Christian ethos and Coptic Orthodox values of the College in all aspects of school life.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of English and HSIE subjects, particularly Legal Studies.</li> <li>Knowledge of current NESA syllabuses and assessment practices, including experience or willingness to contribute to new syllabus programming.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively within a faculty team and contribute positively to faculty initiatives.</li> <li>Commitment to reflective teaching practice and ongoing professional learning.</li> <li>Capacity to use data-informed practices to support and enhance student learning outcomes.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>A recognised teaching qualification.</li> <li>Current NESA accreditation (Provisional, Conditional, or Proficient).</li> <li>A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Requirements</strong><br> Applicants are asked to include the following in their submission:</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter outlining your interest in the role and a brief statement of educational philosophy (1 page).</li> <li>Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing teaching and other relevant experience.</li> <li>A written response to the Key Selection Criteria (maximum of 2 pages).</li> <li>NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) details.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p>