Teacher - TRT - Relief Teaching

Position Type: Teaching
Employment Status: Casual

The Opportunity
Temporary Relief Teacher - Primary

Key responsibilities include:
To work collaboratively with leaders, colleagues, parents/caregivers and others as applicable to facilitate safe and positive learning by students and engage in educational reform.
The teacher will:

Apply curriculum knowledge and pedagogical practices which facilitate successful learning

Respond to learner’s needs

Develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships

Differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across the full range of abilities including developing Personalised Plans for Learning (PPL’s), as appropriate

Assess student learning and report achievement against the standards

Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments

Employ behaviour management strategies which ensure a safe, orderly and successful learning environment

Ensure that confidential information is handled appropriately

Carry out other non-instructional responsibilities as required

About You
We are seeking someone with:

Current Teacher Registration in South Australia
Sound knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and pedagogies to promote learning for students.
Expert knowledge within your learning area/s and the curriculum.
A professional, efficient, qualified educator, with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.
High level interpersonal skills and the ability to be a positive role model and professional representative for the school.
An energetic, positive, and dynamic demeanor who is committed to working collaboratively in our school.
Ability to establish highly engaging learning environments in and out of the classroom.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

For further information refer to the Position Description

Why Us?
Inspired by the Dominican tradition, our Catholic faith is interwoven into who we are as a school community driving our school values of Respect, Commitment, Sustainability, Honesty and Compassion. Our school also reflects the values and ideals revered in the wider Adelaide Hills community.
At St Catherine’s School we recognise that knowing children personally results in better academic results. In our small school community, each teacher knows every child, and the children know each other. Combining this caring and accepting environment with excellent pedagogical practice, our learning programs encourage collaboration, creative and critical thinking, along with promoting lifelong learning.

About Us?
St Catherine’s School, Stirling is located in the picturesque Adelaide Hills. The school was founded by the Dominican Sisters and promotes excellence in every dimension of a child’s life, with special emphasis on the faith formation of students and their families in the Catholic tradition.
St Catherine’s School caters for students in Reception to Year 6. We endeavour to develop rich, contemporary learning environments that are personalised, relevant and challenging.
The school has a strong arts program, playgroup and OSHC service, along with a committed and supportive parent community. Specialist areas include physical education, Italian and an active music program. We respect and care for our earth and acknowledge that we are all called to be ecological leaders.
The environment and sustainability are areas of focus in our school.
St Catherine’s strength lies in the evidence of enriched learning experiences for children. It is highlighted by the fellowship achieved in a small, happy, enthusiastic school community where we have the opportunity to develop close and lasting friendships. Informed by our Dominican heritage, we are hope-filled and futures-focused.

How to Apply

Cover letter (1 A4 page) detailing the following:

Your experience relevant to the role
What has motivated you to apply; and
What you hope to contribute to the CESA community.

Resume

Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply.