Wenona is seeking an enthusiastic Science teacher to join our Science faculty. You will inspire our young women through dynamic classroom practice, refined professional knowledge and a commitment to high performance. At Wenona, we have an obligation to our profession to ensure the highest quality educational outcomes for our students. We foster a love of learning, inquiry and collaboration through our own role modelling of such practices in our work. We expect our teachers to be committed to their own professional development and to want to make a contribution to the broader educational community. The Position The Science Teacher will be able to take general science classes from years 8 - 10, as well as teach a year 11 biology class. Key priorities for the role also include: Teaching students from grades 8 – 11, in general science and biology. Committing to Pastoral Care and meeting the social and emotional wellbeing needs of students. Engaging in professional learning, including contributing to the broader education community. Collaborating and contribute to a team and faculty of professional educators. Utilising ICT to facilitate and enrich student learning and engagement beyond the classroom. This is a temporary full-time position, covering Terms 1 - 2, 2024, with the possibility to extend. This role requires the successful applicant to be NESA accredited, hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check and to be fully COVID vaccinated. Wenona supports both academic and professional services staff to develop their expertise through initiatives such as Wenona Teaching Fellowships, Seeding Grants and ongoing outstanding professional learning that develops and supports career development into the future. For more details about the role and requirements, please refer to the attached role description. About You Qualifications and experience teaching Science 7 – 12, and specific Science courses at Stage 6 Engagement and knowledge of changes to Stage 6 courses and a knowledge of Extension Science Possesses contemporary and extensive professional knowledge and understanding of the teaching of Science 7-12 and the aspects that influence learning and development, effective pedagogies, assessment and reporting, a range of resources and best practice in teaching and learning. Application Process Applications should be submitted via Greenhouse and include a resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, copies of qualifications and names of two referees. Wenona is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. Wenona School is a child safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all School staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations including child safe standards. Wenona's Code of Conduct is available on our website. The successful applicant for this position will be required to provide the School with a current Working with Children Check. (http://www.kids.nsw.gov.au/Working-with-children/New Working-With-Children-Check/New-Working-with-Children-Check). Closing Date 11:59pm Thursday 29 February, 2024. Please note, interviews will commence upon receipt of suitable applicants, please ensure you apply prior to the closing date.