Secondary Science Teacher

This position is an opportunity for an experienced, innovative Christian educator who is passionate about Kingdom Education and desires to teach senior and general Science within a productive team environment.

The successful applicant should:
● Be able to provide quality Christian Science education to students in Years 7 -12
● Have a passion to improve the learning culture for every single learner
● Have high expectations and an understanding that improvement is a shared responsibility
● Expect to be part of a God honouring collaborative staff team
● Ideally the applicant would be a specialist in either Biology, Physics or Chemistry as well as General Science.

Key Accountabilities

Christian Leadership

Demonstrate a Christ-like example in the College ensuring that:
● All activities are undertaken with a strong Christian commitment and focus.
● Christian servant leadership is exercised with staff, students, parents, and the
wider community.
● Perform day-to-day duties prayerfully and consistent with a Biblical lifestyle
with the aim of bringing glory to God.

Professional Knowledge

Know Students and How They Learn
● Understand and cater to the diverse needs and backgrounds of students.
● Utilise knowledge of child and adolescent development to inform teaching
practices.
Know the Content and How to Teach It
● Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the curriculum and teaching areas.
● Implement effective teaching strategies to convey content.
● Apply a Biblical perspective to content knowledge and teaching strategies.
● Understand and communicate how a Christian worldview shapes the
content and delivery of academic disciplines.

Professional Practice

● Plan for and Implement Effective Teaching and Learning
● Design and deliver engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum
standards.
● Employ a variety of teaching methods to address different learning styles
and abilities.
● Integrate a Christian perspective throughout content, programs, and
teaching strategies.
● Establish challenging learning goals that reflect high expectations for all
students and incorporate a Biblical understanding of excellence.
● Plan and make adjustments, differentiating the curriculum to meet the
needs of students with identified needs and disability.

● Create and Maintain Supportive and Safe Learning Environments
● Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports student
engagement and wellbeing, promoting the Child Safe Standards.
● Implement and enforce policies and procedures that ensure the physical,
emotional, and psychological safety of all students.
● Manage student behaviour consistently and fairly.
● Promote a culture of respect and safety, encouraging students to speak up
about any concerns.
● Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments that reflect
a Biblical understanding of community and human flourishing, promoting
the Child Safe Standards.

● Assess, Provide Feedback and Report on Student Learning
● Use a range of assessment strategies to evaluate student progress.
● Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and parents.

Professional Engagement

● Engage in Professional Learning
● Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills
and knowledge.
● Stay current with educational research and practices.
● Engage Professionally with Colleagues, Parents/Carers, and the Community
● Collaborate effectively with Colleagues to improve educational outcomes.
● Communicate regularly with Parents and Carers about student progress.
● Contribute to the wider school community through participation in events and
extracurricular activities.
● Engage in professional learning that supports the development of a Christian
philosophy of education based on Biblical principles.
● Demonstrate commitment to the College’s Christian ethos and vision through
professional practice and ongoing development.
● Contribute to the development of distinctive Christian practices within the
school community.

Student Wellbeing and Pastoral Care

● Provide emotional and spiritual support to students.
● Develop and implement programs that promote student wellbeing within the
Wellbeing Strategic Plan.
● Act as a mentor and role model for students.
● Provide spiritual support and guidance to students, helping them to develop a
deeper understanding of their faith and relationship with God.

Contribute to the College community

● Participate in and support extracurricular activities, events, and programs.
● Engage in community service projects and encourage student participation.
● Foster a sense of community and collaboration within the school environment.
● Mentor and support students in non-academic areas, promoting overall
wellbeing.
● Collaborate with colleagues to develop initiatives that enhance the school
community.

Use of Data and ICT

● Use data to inform teaching practices and improve student learning outcomes.
Integrate ICT effectively into the classroom to enhance learning.

Key Communications
Key internal communications
● Curriculum Leaders
● Head of Secondary
● Director of Teaching and Learning
● Wellbeing Team
● Learning Enrichment Team
● Collaborate with colleagues to integrate Christian perspectives in educational
practices and policies.
Key external communications
● Students
● Families

Decision Making
Decisions made independently:
● Planning and executing lesson plans to meet curriculum objectives, guided by the
Staff Handbook, College Policies and Procedures, etc.
● Assessing student performance and providing feedback.
● Implementing classroom management strategies to maintain a conducive learning
environment.
● Integrating Christian perspectives into lesson plans and classroom activities.
● Decisions made after consultation:
● Collaborating with colleagues to design cross-curricular activities.
● Addressing significant student behaviour or welfare issues with school counsellors or administration.
● Developing individualised education plans for students with special needs, in
consultation with Learning Enrichment staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

1. It is an inherent requirement of the role that the incumbent have a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ, actively attend their local Church, and willingly
support the vision and practice of the College as stated in:
a. the College Statement of Faith,
b. the Staff Pledge that is recited annually at the Staff Commissioning Service,
and
c. the College Codes of Conduct.
2. Knowledge of and a deep commitment to child safety in an education setting.
3. Current Working with Children Check
4. NESA registration as a Secondary Teacher
5. Deep understanding of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
6. Thorough knowledge of curriculum content and pedagogy for secondary
education.
7. Knowledge of Christian education principles and values.
8. Experience in integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
9. Experience in contributing to school-wide initiatives and community activities.
10. Demonstrated skills and experience in:
a. Working with people
b. Adhering to principles and values
c. Presenting and communicating information
d. Applying expertise and technology
e. Planning and organising

Selection Criteria
1. It is an inherent requirement of the role that the incumbent have a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ, actively attend their local Church, and willingly
support the vision of the College.
2. Knowledge of and a deep commitment to child safety in an education setting.
3. Current Working with Children Check
4. NESA registration as a Secondary Teacher.
5. Knowledge of Christian education principles and values.
6. Experience in integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
7. Willingness to participate in and support extracurricular activities, events, and
programs.
8. Demonstrated skills and experience in:
a. Working with people
b. Adhering to principles and values
c. Presenting and communicating information
d. Applying expertise and technology
e. Planning and organising