Christian Studies Teacher

Danebank Anglican School for Girls; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Danebank Anglican School for Girls in Sydney’s NSW seeks a qualified Christian Studies teacher to deliver Studies of Religion. The role focuses on biblical literacy, historical context and applying learning to contemporary Australian society, in partnership with the Head of Department.

You will lead an inspiring, differentiated program, assess student progress, and participate in wellbeing and co-curricular activities while pursuing ongoing professional development within a Christian framework.

Qualifications

• Accredited with NESA and qualification in secondary education.
• Experience teaching Christian Studies or Studies of Religion.
• Technologically literate and able to integrate ICT into learning.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sound understanding of the content and structure of the Christian Studies curriculum.
• Plan and deliver a well-sequenced learning program for diverse learners.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback to support growth.
• Collaborate with Head of Department and colleagues to enhance teaching practice.
• Contribute to student wellbeing, co-curricular programs and school community.

Job description

Academic Position | Senior School

Danebank is one of the leading Christian girls’ schools in Australia with a wonderful reputation and proud

history of excellence and innovation in thinking, learning and care. We nurture and inspire girls to flourish

through inclusive and powerful educational opportunities.

We aspire for each girl to become all she is purposed to be.Our guiding values are compassionate service, creative collaboration, respectful relationships, courageous optimism, personal excellence, loving kindness and taking responsibility. The life of our school is anchored in a Christian foundation and our worship and spiritual life is grounded in the Anglican tradition. The very essence of our motto - Ut Prosim That I May Serve - reflects our intention for each girl to develop meaning in her life, to grow in faith, to serve others and to contribute to society into the future.

Our Approach

Our approach to education is futures-focused and holistic: we integrate student wellbeing, learning and

personal development to help shape the social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual aspects of each

individual.

Our Staff

Danebank acknowledges and values the contribution that all staff, teaching and operational, make to the

achievement of the School’s strategy and is committed to supporting all staff in their endeavours.

Danebank staff are passionate about learning and deeply committed to the wellbeing and growth of each girl.

Our heart to serve and vision to improve drives our collaboration, innovation, professional growth and pursuit

of the best for ourselves and our community. Staff enjoy working in our engaging environment.

Position Description

This Position Description is a guide only and is not intended to be an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties attached to this position. The Position Description is subject to review and modification by the Principal, in response to the strategic direction of the School and the development of the skills and knowledge of the position.

Position Title Christian Teacher / SOR Teacher

Reporting Manager Head of Christian Studies

Role Purpose

All teachers have the responsibility to support Danebank’s aspiration and intent, upholding its core values and Christian foundation.The Christian Studies teacher is passionate about learning and deeplycommitted to the wellbeing and growth of each student.The Christian Studies Curriculum is a rigorous program developed forDanebank in consultation with the members of the Christian Studiesdepartment. It focuses on biblical literacy, the historical and cultural context of the Bible, and its application in contemporary Australian society. TheChristian Studies teacher plays an important role in modelling what arelationship with Jesus looks like and in commending the Christian life totheir students.In partnership with their Head of Department, the Christian Studies teachercollaborates, shares teaching practice, and brings innovative ideas topromote a culture of continuous improvement.The Christian Studies teacher delivers an inspiring and differentiatedlearning program through high quality teaching in order to develop deepunderstanding and developing students as reflective and powerful learners.The teacher ensures professional compliance, supports policy and followsschool procedures and systems.Every teacher is expected to be involved in the learning, student care,outdoor education and co-curricular programs as these are pivotal to theholistic development of each student.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a sound understanding of the content and structure ofthe NESA curriculum and contemporary learning.
• Support students to learn how to learn, developing individuals asself directed, powerful learners.
• Plan and teach well-sequenced teaching and learning programsthat engage students and promote learning.
• Provide rigorous academic learning, supporting students to achievetheir personal best and pursue learning growth throughpersonalisation of learning.
• Implement best practice teaching and learning strategiesappropriate to the learning of the girls.
• Purposely integrate literacy, numeracy and ICT into teaching andlearning programs.
• Regularly monitor and assess student learning and growth andanalyse data to inform and improve teaching practice.
• Inspire and engage students and to develop in them a love and appreciation of mathematics.
• Ensure that positive and constructive feedback is provided to students in a timely manner to improve the students'.
• Maintain all administrative records to a high standard includingprogrammes and registers, attendance, wellbeing, NCCD,assessment and reports.
• Share knowledge and resources, develop skills and ensure bestpractice principles are applied across the department andDanebank’s professional learning community.
• Actively seek appropriate and timely professional development.
• Engages in the regular performance appraisal process and professional development practices of the school.
• Participates in accreditation processes.
• Adhere to a holistic approach to student learning, engaging withthe school’s Becoming Framework for student development.
• Work in collaboration with Head of Department, departmentalcolleagues and Year Coordinators to address student managementand behavioural issues.
• Work collaboratively to deliver the Student Wellbeing programs,refer students to specialist staff where required and liaise withmiddle leaders as appropriate.
• Establish rapport with students and provide ongoingencouragement to support students’ emotional and social.
• Maintain professional confidentiality on information aboutstudents.
• Provide the appropriate duty of care and supervision of students.

Professional Development

• Share knowledge and resources, develop skills and ensure bestpractice principles are applied across the department andDanebank’s professional learning community.
• Actively seek appropriate and timely professional development.
• Engages in the regular performance appraisal process and professional development practices of the school.
• Participates in accreditation processes.
• Adhere to a holistic approach to student learning, engaging withthe school’s Becoming Framework for student development.
• Work in collaboration with Head of Department, departmentalcolleagues and Year Coordinators to address student managementand behavioural issues.
• Work collaboratively to deliver the Student Wellbeing programs,refer students to specialist staff where required and liaise withmiddle leaders as appropriate.
• Establish rapport with students and provide ongoingencouragement to support students’ emotional and social.
• Maintain professional confidentiality on information aboutstudents.
• Provide the appropriate duty of care and supervision of students.

Communication and Engagement

• Establish and maintain effective and respectful relationships withstudents, staff and parents.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers.
• Plan and participate in excursions.
• Respond to parent enquiries regarding curriculum and student matters in a timely manner to ensure positive outcomes for
• Prepare meaningful feedback and reports regularly to students andparents.
• Be available to assist students out of class where needed, vianegotiation between teacher and students.
• Attend chapel services
• Attend other School events (e.g. theatre productions) and maintain an active connection with the broader community.

Workplace Health and Safety

All Danebank staff have a responsibility to comply with the School’s WHS policies, procedures and practices and contribute to a healthy and safeworkplace culture.

Child Protection

Danebank is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, putting the needs and interests of our students first. All Danebank staff are required to comply with applicable child protection legislation and are responsible for ensuringthat the School’s Child Safe policies, procedures and programs are at the forefront of all we do. This includes maintaining a child safe culture,adopting strategies and taking action to promote child wellbeing, andkeeping students safe from harm. The School has zero tolerance for childabuse.

Classification Independent School (Teachers) CMEA 2025 (depending on experience and accreditation)

Danebank is a member of the Anglican Schools Corporation

Essential Qualifications Essential

• Qualification in secondary education
• Accredited with NESA
• Working with Children check required
• Experience in teaching Christian Studies
• Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Theology (or in progress)
• Experience in teaching Studies of Religion

Experience

• A commitment to the Christian mission of Danebank,demonstrating a commitment to Christian teaching practice.
• Active involvement in their local church.
• Experience in teaching Studies of Religion, and Christian Studies.
• Ability to deliver effective pedagogy in an innovative and engagingmanner.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills and the ability to workcollaboratively with colleagues and parents.
• Professional and personal integrity.
• Flexible and open to change.
• Proactive and innovative.
• Technologically literate and experienced in the integration of technology into every aspect of students’ learning.
• Willingness to actively engage in co-curricular activities.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.