Huntingtower has a long tradition of educational excellence and consistently performs academically among the top schools in Victoria.
We are seeking a suitably qualified, enthusiastic and knowledgeable teacher of English for Years 7-12.
The key role of this position is to provide contemporary teaching programs as part of a dynamic team of educators.
Key responsibilities
* Demonstrate a passion and experience for teaching English across Year 7-12
* Teaching an education program that enables all students to achieve their highest potential
* Assessing student progress and providing meaningful feedback to support their learning via the Continuous Reporting system
* Collaborating with colleagues in the planning, implementing and reviewing curriculum and assessment strategies
* Establishing and fostering relationships with students, staff and parents
* Commitment to ongoing professional development, active participation in co-curricular activities and eagerness to contribute to the wider school community
* Commitment to Occupational, Health and Safety and maintaining a safe and supportive environment
What we look for
* Expertise in your field and an in-depth understanding of the English Curriculum
* Ability/interest to teach VCE is desirable
* Flexibility and adaptability
* Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Ability to serve as a positive role model by exemplifying the School's values, cultivating a respectful and inclusive culture and maintaining high professional standards.
This is a full-time, ongoing position commencing January 2025. We offer a supportive work environment, continuous professional development opportunities and a chance to contribute to our school’s legacy of excellence.
Applicants must have an awareness of the expectations of an Independent School, appropriate VIT Registration and a commitment to working in an environment where Christian spiritual values underpin true education. An awareness of ‘Teaching for Understanding’ and other educational approaches would be an advantage.
If you are a dedicated, warm, supportive and professional person who would like to become involved in a caring Christian environment, please submit your application via the Huntingtower School - Employment Opportunities by Friday, 1 November 2024 together with the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three referees.
We will shortlist and interview high quality applications as they are received, and we strongly encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible. The School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.
Huntingtower is a child safe employer and is committed to providing a child safe culture that ensures the care, protection and safety of all children and young people.
Huntingtower is committed to upholding Victoria's Child Safe standards and has a zero tolerance of child abuse. All interested applicants will be required to familiarise themselves with Huntingtower’s Child Safety Policies and Codes of Conduct located on the Huntingtower website. Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.
The school undertakes several screening processes to protect children and young people appropriately in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualification checks and professional registration checks.
Huntingtower embraces non-discriminatory recruitment by providing equal employment opportunity to all and maintains strict privacy and confidentiality regarding your application. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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