The Moreton Bay College is seeking a suitably qualified English and Drama Secondary Teacher to join the team. Moreton Bay College was established in 1901 as a school for girls from P-12 and now supports an enrolment in excess of 1100 students. With a focus on academic excellence, underpinned by a rich and caring pastoral program, MBC is the educational foundation for building perseverance, discovering courage and exploring creativity. With over 40 co-curricular activities to choose from, MBC stretches beyond the classroom and offers girls the chance to explore their identities, while harnessing success. With 115 years of history, the College is well established with extensive libraries, sports, state-of-the-art music and performance centre, an Olympic sized swimming pool and a chapel. In 2014, the College completed a state-of-the-art Science Centre, featuring eight laboratories, a growth room and four experimental investigation rooms. THE POSITION The College is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Secondary Teacher to teach English and Drama. This is a fixed term position commencing Term 2 and concluding Term 4 2024. All teachers are appointed by the CEO and Executive Principal of MBC and MBBC and they are responsible to him for the over-all performance of their duties. The CEO and Executive Principal delegates his authority to senior staff members for the effective management of the College. This role will report directly to the Head of Department. The College offers a very broad program in sporting, musical and pastoral activities which are designed to enhance the holistic development of the students. Staff are expected to participate in the co-curricular program of the College. By participating in the College’s co-curricular program it is recognised that a teacher is contributing to the mission and ethos of the College. All staff need to be supportive of the values, Christian ethos and Ethical Statement of this Uniting Church day school for girls from EY-12. Please note that this Position Description: - Can alter with changes in the role and responsibilities of this position - Will be used as a framework for appraisal Further Information For further information on the College, applicants are encouraged to visit the College website at www.mbc.qld.edu.au. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Classroom Teacher is required to: General Perform conscientiously and competently the duties, both teaching and non-teaching, assigned by the Principal or Senior Staff delegate. Co-operate with the Senior Staff in the organisation and management of the College. Help foster good relations between parents, the community and the College. Help promote a spirit of unity among the staff. Be actively involved in supporting the College’s co-curricular activities and special events. Be positive in support of the College’s rules, traditions and Christian ethos, both within the College and outside when the student is identifiable to the College. Attend designated College functions. Make routine checks of uniform and personal appearance of students. Academic Mark the roll each lesson and inform Student Services of unexplained absentees. Prepare lesson objectives and outlines for lessons following work program and syllabus guidelines. Endeavour to keep abreast of pedagogical trends. Be prompt in grading of all assessment items. Set realistic times and dates for completion of homework and assignments. Inspect homework for proper completion; make regular checks on Homework Diaries. Prepare student folios for Parent/Teacher Evenings. Attend Parent-Teacher Interviews and Parent Information Evenings when required. Report to parents when necessary at interview and through written reports. Effectively monitor, assess and report on student performance including interim and end of semester reports. Respond to needs of individual students. Supervise classes of absent teachers when required. Seek permission for excursions from the appropriate staff and complete all necessary documentation. Manage student behaviour as per the College Behaviour Management Policy. Professional Expectations Read Staff Notices daily. Attend meetings as per meeting schedule. Notify the Daily Organiser in advance of any absence or by 6.30am on day of absence; work must be set for classes. Be punctual and active in playground duty and bus duty. Use the Staff Handbook to be informed of College procedures. Adhere to MBC Positive Behaviours Policy. Abide by the dress code as set down for staff at the College. Attend Chapel, Assembly and House sessions weekly. Participate in professional development activities. Supervisory Responsibilities Student Teachers where and when applicable. Parent helpers where and when applicable. FORM TEACHER DUTIES The Form Teacher is required to Mark morning and afternoon rolls. Read Daily Notices to the class at Form Meeting. Make routine checks of uniform and personal appearance of students. Make regular checks of Homework Diaries. Be responsible for the collation of subject reports and giving general comment on student for end of semester reports. Get to know well each student in the Form Class. Liaise with the Head of House. Attend House Meetings. Actively support and promote House activities. SKILLS AND ABILITIES The Classroom Teacher needs to display the ability to Articulate a personal philosophy of learning. A broad knowledge of the specific curriculum areas. A broad knowledge of the specific curriculum development with respect to Australian Curriculum. Inspire, influence and motivate. Work collaboratively and productively with colleagues. Provide challenging, student-centred approaches to learning. Communicate and interact openly and effectively. Use technologies effectively in the teaching/learning program. Describe practices in planning, implementing, monitoring, assessment and evaluation. Contribute to the life of the College through the classroom and through the co-curricular program. Actively contribute to a safety citizenship culture upholding health and safety policies, procedures, hazard reporting and safe work practices. This educator must also be A self-directed learner. Prepared to approach change positively. Willing to contribute to curriculum development. Flexible in approach and thinking. Passionate about teaching and learning. Empathetic to the needs of students and parents. Totally support the values and Christian ethos of this Uniting Church College. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Minimum: Education Diploma or Education Degree in relevant curriculum area. Should preferably have experience teaching in Queensland schools or an understanding of the Queensland system. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must be registered with, or be eligible to register with, the Queensland College of Teachers. WORK ENVIRONMENT Each teacher is resourced with a desk, computer, shared preparation room and filing cabinet. CONDITIONS AND SALARY This is a Full Time Fixed Term role with salary to be negotiated on appointment as per the Moreton Bay College Enterprise Agreement. The College operates a 2 week cycle. Sick Leave entitlement of 10 days annually. Long Service Leave entitlement of 1.3 weeks for each year of service, which can be taken after 7 years. The College contributes superannuation on behalf of the employee. APPLICATION Suitable applicants should apply by submitting ONE PDF DOCUMENT that combines details about each of the following: a one page cover letter a current CV that clearly details experience, particularly in relation to the above skills and abilities; any additional information you may wish to submit; and the names and contact details of two professional referees. Please note All applicants must declare: any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions that would prevent you from performing this job any convictions of any criminal offences that all information supplied is accurate and complete Applications close 9am Tuesday 19 March 2024 Please note: Only those applicants shortlisted will be contacted after the closing date.