Location: Batlow, NSW Employment Type: Permanent Employment Status: Full-time Salary Range: $76,754 to $129,948 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service. Start Date: Negotiable Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Tuesday 12 November 2024 About St Mary's Primary St Mary’s Primary School, Batlow, is a co-educational school that caters for the compulsory years of schooling from Kindergarten to Year 6. Located in the beautiful Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales, St Mary's is one 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres that form the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG). Through the implementation of Catalyst, the CECG learning initiative, the school aims to transform lives through learning. St Mary's staff are committed to providing excellence in education, in an environment that fosters family and community partnerships, student wellbeing and faith in learning. All aspects of school life is based on the school vision of nurturing, educating and inspiring students to learn with confidence and lead with compassion. About the Role As a classroom teacher, you will have the opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team that is passionate about forging meaningful connections and making a lasting impact on young lives. Through the implementation of Catalyst, an evidence-based approach to teaching and learning, teachers deliver excellent learning opportunities for students with the support of high-quality professional learning and curriculum resources. St. Mary’s Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic classroom teacher to embark on a rewarding opportunity in teaching that truly makes a difference. Benefits and Opportunities A positive and collaborative workplace culture Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) Support for professional development and study opportunities Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice Key Responsibilities Create a learning environment that stimulates learning, promotes excellence, and acknowledges the needs of students to be both challenged and supported. Identify learner needs, conferring with specialist staff in the school when necessary. Provide timely feedback for students to improve learning outcomes Communicate in a clear, respectful, and professional way to optimise each student development. Communicate with and establish effective and cooperative working relationships with staff and families Actively supports CECG policies and procedures. Maintain professional confidentiality on information about students. Be proficient in the use of IT as a teaching and administrative tool. Plan, prepare, record, and evaluate professional programs to be implemented in learning spaces. Mark and assess students work and keep complete accurate records of each student’s progress. Communicate with parents in written reports and parent-teacher interviews and at other times as required. Carry out administrative tasks thoroughly and punctually Undertake playground, class, and other supervision according to rosters as required. Keep abreast of knowledge and curriculum development in teaching areas as well as current developments in educational pedagogy. Qualifications Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registration and/or Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation and/or Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) registration Selection Criteria Thorough knowledge of the Australian Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for effective teaching and learning. Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents. Capacity to be a proactive member of a professional learning community complying with the legal, administrative, and professional requirements. Demonstrated knowledge of classroom practices and organisational skills that create supportive and safe environments for all students, including meeting a variety of learning needs. Comprehensive understanding of assessment and reporting strategies and the need to provide effective and timely feedback to students. Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required. Other Eligibility Criteria You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. Application Process Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy. For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here. Position-specific queries: Please contact Ryan Forsyth on 02 6949 1270 or via email ryan.forsythcg.catholic.edu.au. Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitmentcg.catholic.edu.au. S-DNI