The Rockhampton Grammar School seeks to appoint a full time, permanent Agriculture Teacher (Secondary) . The ability to teach Certificate III Agriculture would be highly desirable. Competitive salary: $84,000 - $121,000 p.a. (the pay-scale is reflective of the applicants teaching experience and in accordance with the RGS EBA). If the successful candidate is located outside of the Rockhampton region, reasonable relocation expenses will paid. The Rockhampton Grammar School was founded in 1881 and is an independent co-educational day and boarding school private school, educating and caring for students from Prep to Year 12, as well as the Early Learning Years. The School is the largest independent boarding school in Queensland and the second largest co-educational boarding school in Australia. It is a leading school in regional Queensland and one of the foremost schools in regional Australia. The Rockhampton Grammar School has achieved great success in the academic, cultural, sporting and vocational fields over the past 143 years. The School has a total enrolment of over 1,400 students (Prep to Year 12) who are exposed to our broad curriculum, giving effect to our commitment of Grow in Character and Scholarship. As part of our teaching team, we provide a supportive, flexible working environment where care for all our staff is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our staff and students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission. The School values co-curricular involvement and provide a wide variety of opportunities for staff in this regard. We are proud to be a leading provider of Agricultural Education in Queensland. With our own demonstration farm and access to a commercial cattle herd at Belmont Station, we deliver a Certificate III in Agriculture as part of a larger paddock-to-plate food education programme. The Rockhampton Grammar School is proud to partner with CQUniversity to provide students with a seamless pathway from the Certificate III in Agriculture to CQUs Bachelor of Agriculture. Eligible students will be allowed to apply directly to CQU upon completion of the Certificate III in Agriculture. This is a stand-out opportunity to teach in this fantastic department. To learn more about our Agriculture department, please visit - Agriculture | The Rockhampton Grammar School ( www.rgs.qld.edu.au ) KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teachers are expected to: Design and implement curriculum programmes that embrace Schools Learning Framework; Create a positive classroom environment that enhances student learning; Establish and review students learning goals/outcomes and modify curriculum programmes accordingly; Continuously reflect on teaching practices and full participation in the Schools Personal Learning Programme; Build relationships and share teaching insights with colleagues in order to coordinate activities for students; Communicate with parents about student learning; Demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to professional development; Contribute to the School and wider community through involvement in co-curricular activities; Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines. N.B This position description contains the most important duties and tasks regarding the job to be done. It is not an exclusive/exhaustive list. REQUIRED LICENCES/CERTIFICATES Registration with Queensland College of Teachers; Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) (desirable); Safeguarding Children checks REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE Effective verbal and written communication; Strong classroom behavior management techniques; Ability to influence others positively; Ability to react quickly and effectively in challenging situations; Ability to relate and build relationships easily; Thorough understanding Australia Bio-Security laws. SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE The School takes child protection seriously, and as a staff member or volunteer of The Rockhampton Grammar School, you are required to meet the behaviour standards outlined in our Practice and Behaviour Guidelines. You will receive a copy of these guidelines as part of the induction process. Therefore as a part of your duties and responsibilities, you are also required to: Provide a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people; Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services; Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe; Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge; Act as a positive role model for children and young people; Report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse to management; Maintain valid “working with children” documentation; Undergo periodic “national criminal history record” checks; Report to management any criminal charges or convictions you receive during the course of your employment that may indicate a possible risk to children and young people. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The successful applicant will be subject to a “Working with Children Check and Criminal Records Check” where applicable. The School undertakes several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children and young people in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks qualification check and professional registration checks. HOW TO APPLY Read the Notice to all Candidates – Recruitment Policy on the RGS website ( http://www.rgs.qld.edu.au/employment) Complete an Application for Employment Form (Teaching) – found on RGS website ( http://www.rgs.qld.edu.au/employment) Submit your completed Application for Employment Form with your Cover Letter, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and two referees to positionsrgs.qld.edu.au . Apply immediately. Applications will be considered on receipt. Enquiries can be directed to Reniece Carter (Head of Secondary School Academics) at 07 4936 0609. The Rockhampton Grammar School reserves the right to amend this Position Description at its discretion in accordance with any legislative and/or operational requirements. Only successful applicants will be contacted.