JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

1. Curriculum

• Teach Primary Subjects.

• Prepare and submit programs each semester in line with school requirements.

• Communicate teaching, learning, assessment activities, and feedback to pupils using the school’s Learning Management System.

• Develop programs that cater inclusively to all pupils, supporting those in need as well as those requiring extension.

• Work with other Primary teachers to ensure consistency of programs and assessment across year levels.

2. Assessment and Reporting

• Assess and report on student achievement in line with the Australian Curriculum Achievement Standard for Primary Education.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and achievement.

• Use a variety of formative and summative assessment methods.

• Provide relevant and meaningful feedback regularly and promptly to promote student learning.

• Provide parents/caregivers with meaningful reports on student achievement.

• Participate in internal and external moderation processes.

3. Teaching and Learning

• Model exemplary teaching practice.

• Use a range of teaching and learning strategies, including but not limited to direct instruction – whole-class and small-group instruction, class discussions, group work, independent learning, and practical activities.

• Conduct formal parent-teacher meetings in accordance with the school’s parent-teacher meeting arrangements and schedule.

• Actively seek and participate in opportunities for professional learning.

• Participate in an annual appraisal process, which includes feedback from pupils.

4. General

• Contribute broadly to the activities offered by the School, including supporting and attending School community events and participating in promotional activities at the request of the Principal.

• Attend all staff meetings.

• Undertake other duties as required.

• Demonstrate a commitment to professional learning in relation to the requirements of this role.

5. Safety and Wellbeing
We care significantly for your safety. You must:

• Take reasonable care of, and cooperate with actions taken to protect, the health and safety of both yourself and others.

• Report all accidents, incidents, and hazards as soon as practicable.

• Adhere to School policies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education (B.Ed./M.Ed.) in a relevant subject area; or

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (BA/MA/BS/MS) plus a recognised teaching qualification or teaching licence (e.g. PGCEi, QTS, or a valid Australia Teaching License).

• Minimum 2 years of full-time teaching experience, preferably in an international school environment.

Highly Desirable

• Experience teaching the Australian Curriculum and/or teaching in another Australian primary program.

Key Selection Criteria: Personal Attributes

• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with staff, pupils, and parents from diverse backgrounds.

• A high degree of professional judgment and confidentiality.

• Superior organizational ability, with demonstrated self-motivation and initiative in goal setting, prioritizing work, and managing multiple tasks.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen and communicate effectively across all areas and levels of a school community.

• Well-developed problem-solving skills and proven experience in creating solutions.

• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills in English.

REMUNERATION

• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful applicants in accordance with their qualifications and experience, including allowances.

• Private health insurance.

• Housing allowance.

• Professional development opportunities will be available.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must include the following documents in their application:

• Cover Letter – maximum 1 page.

• CV / Resume – maximum 2 pages, containing professional references (one must be from the most recent employer). Please ensure your CV clearly states the education qualification(s) you hold and the issuing institution, e.g., Bachelor of Education (Primary Education), University of South Australia.

• Copies of relevant qualifications and certificates – e.g., university degree, teaching license, IELTS report, or other documents relevant to the role.