<p><strong>Marist College Eastwood</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Term 1, 2027 or by negotiation<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Thursday, 1 October 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full Time - Permanent<br><br><strong>Director of Learning and Teaching (Curriculum/Learning), 3 Point Coordinator Role</strong></p> <ul> <li>This 3 point promotional role is temporary for up to 3 years, however your teaching position will be full-time and permanent.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br><br> Join <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/"><strong>Sydney Catholic Schools</strong></a> (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Marist College Eastwood, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.<br><br> Benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary ranges from $90,177 to $129,536</li> <li>an additional coordinator allowance on top of your base salary</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>access to Fitness Passport, WHEREFIT and other wellbeing products</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program</li> <li>a wide range of further <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits"><strong>rewards and benefits</strong></a>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br><strong>Marist College Eastwood</strong> is a vibrant Catholic Marist community dedicated to boys' education. Placing students at the heart of our efforts, our committed Marist staff takes pride in addressing the needs of our contemporary community.<br><br> The Marist College Eastwood Strategic Implementation Plan-Our Marist Way-was developed through collaborative work and community consultation. We invite individuals to join and embrace our unique Catholic Marist community, one that proudly upholds the strong, traditional values and principles of boys' education while also embracing innovative approaches in curriculum and pedagogical delivery. With a deliberate focus on student achievement, teaching and learning methodologies, school wellbeing, faith development, and resource programs, we seek to attract candidates who will help foster 'A daring faith and dynamic education, developing strong minds and gentle hearts' in our students.<br><br> Located close to Eastwood Station, bus stops and shops, Marist College Eastwood is easily accessible to students from both the local area and the broader Sydney region.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br> The Director of Learning and Teaching (Curriculum/Learning) is an integral part of the College Executive and plays a vital role in delivering the Catholic mission of the College along with leading the strategic and continuing improvement of educational outcomes of students in this school. They have a major influence on developing the quality of holistic education including teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and school community members.<br><br> The Director of Learning and Teaching will support teachers and faculty leaders in the development, refinement and sharing of their teaching practice to improve learning outcomes for every student and is highly visible in classrooms working cooperatively with teachers and the College Executive. Key elements of the role will include:</p> <ul> <li>teaching and learning leadership</li> <li>developing and driving the teaching professional learning agenda for excellence in the classroom</li> <li>facilitating the ongoing development of quality contemporary teaching, learning and assessment processes, including the effective use of school data from external assessments and diagnostic testing</li> <li>developing and leading the implementation of a school wide Learning Management System</li> <li>managing academic awards program to celebrate student success</li> <li>managing student reports (via Compass - Student Management System)</li> <li>supporting Newman Selective Gifted Education Program leadership, Diverse Learning and associated testing programs (e.g. PAT, CAT4, etc)</li> <li>managing and monitoring all HSC results and results of other external examinations and strategise improvement agenda for planning and teaching for excellence.</li> </ul> <p>The Director of Learning and Teaching reports to the Principal and is a member of the College Executive.<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>promotes and models the vision and mission of the Catholic school and the community it serves</li> <li>models continual improvement and strengthens a culture of high expectations centred on the needs of all students</li> <li>collaborates with stakeholders to enhance professional knowledge, practice and engagement through a range of strategies to improve student outcomes</li> <li>applies strategic thinking to develop a culture of improvement, innovation and change</li> <li>ensures the delivery of the curriculum, assessment and reporting is compliant with NESA policies and procedures</li> <li>demonstrates expertise and abilities in the field of teaching and learning, whole school curriculum planning and development</li> <li>recognised as an outstanding classroom teacher who can successfully model innovative learning, teaching and assessment practices</li> <li>a strong focus on attention to detail</li> <li>proven record of excellence in a range of roles within a secondary educational setting including leading a department</li> <li>demonstrated ability to lead contemporary and effective professional learning for staff using a range of data to monitor and assess student learning growth. Foster a culture of growth and feedback amongst staff</li> <li>ability to lead the development, implementation and ongoing evaluation of the College's Literacy and Numeracy Plan</li> <li>proven ability to successfully perform a leadership role with responsibility for the development of the curriculum, teaching practice and the professional development of teaching staff</li> <li>lead school improvement with an emphasis on enhancing student learning outcomes and a focus on continuous improvement</li> <li>capacity for strategic planning and well developed analytical and conceptual skills</li> <li>promote the professionalism of staff that enhances the life of the College and contributes to a sense of community</li> <li>demonstrate outstanding organisation and administration skills</li> <li>develop positive relationships with staff, students, parents and the wider community</li> <li>work independently, as well as in a team environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>College Executive</strong><br><br> As a member of the College Executive, the Director of Learning and Teaching will:</p> <ul> <li>possess highly developed leadership and teamwork, communication and strategic planning skills</li> <li>contribute openly and positively to the College Executive</li> <li>be responsible for the implementation of the College Strategic Plan and Annual Improvement Plan, especially in relation to student academic achievement</li> <li>act in a supportive and/or supervisory capacity for activities within the College as directed by the Principal/Assistant Principal</li> <li>be enthusiastically and actively involved in the co-curricular program of the school such as attending College camps/retreats, College CAPA productions, debating/public speaking and other activities nominated by the Principal.</li> </ul> <p><strong>You will have attained:</strong></p> <ul> <li>a tertiary qualification in Education</li> <li>eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)</li> <li>if a teacher of Religious Education, qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools"><strong>Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead</strong></a>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV</li> <li>cover letter addressing the key selection criteria for the position</li> <li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li> <li>three referees (including your current employer/principal).</li> </ul> <p>For internal employees, apply via the 'Careers' tile in Employee Self Service.<br><br> Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety&nbsp;</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/13DKE1LjBT2PfRxXxeE2lmEvoiUphuqr7/view"><strong>Click here</strong></a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)&nbsp;</strong><br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br> SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</p>