Secondary Teacher 0.4 FTE

Hinterland Christian College; Mullumbimby; Sur place; AUD 52 000 - 78 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Hinterland Christian College in Mullumbimby, NSW, is seeking a part-time Secondary Teacher for Term 1, 2027. The role focuses on delivering engaging, standards-aligned learning in Years 7–10 with opportunities to contribute to senior offerings from 2028.

Candidates should demonstrate a strong Christian ethos, effective classroom management, and collaborative partnership with families and staff in a small regional school.

Qualifications

• Christian commitment and ability to teach with a Christian worldview.
• Proven ability to deliver quality teaching and learning programs.
• Strong communication with students and effective classroom management.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with parents, staff and community.

Responsabilités

• Plan, prepare and deliver quality teaching aligned with relevant standards.
• Maintain currency in curriculum programs and statutory requirements.
• Support student wellbeing and positive learning environments.
• Assess and report on student progress to stakeholders.
• Participate in curriculum development and professional development.

Connaissances

Christian worldview

Quality teaching

Student communication

Collaborative with parents

Description du poste

Hinterland Christian College – Mullumbimby NSW

Hinterland Christian College is currently accepting applications for a P/T Secondary Teacher to join our team in Term 1, 2027.

About Us

Hinterland Christian College is a creative, compassionate K-10 Christian School in the Byron Shire, New South Wales, Australia. We provide quality education with an individualised approach for all students K-10. We are proud of the environment we have developed for each child to grow into their God-given potential and enjoy celebrating their progress.

Our teachers are passionate educators who delight in being invested in each of the students in their classes. Their love and care for the students is evident in their manner, communication and relationship with each student. Our college is situated at the base of Mount Chincogan with stunning grounds, including a dry billabong environmental learning space. The physical space provides the canvas for a peaceful, safe and beautiful learning environment in and out of the classrooms.

Our college is situated at the base of Mount Chincogan with stunning grounds, including a dry billabong environmental learning space. The physical space provides the canvas for a peaceful, safe and beautiful learning environment in and out of the classrooms.

Our Mission

At Hinterland, we support our community by educating and encouraging students to grow Biblical wisdom and intelligent hearts. We are instilling good insight through knowledge and practice, so that all may have the freedom to flourish.

There are many positives to working in a small school in regional northern New South Wales, from the world-renowned beauty of the Byron Shire and its vibrant creative community to the opportunity to be a valued member of a growing school with a strong relational atmosphere. Subject areas that may be available include Years 7–10, Art, Spanish and Food Technology.

As Hinterland Christian College prepares to expand into senior secondary education from 2028, there may also be exciting opportunities for teachers to contribute to the development of new subject offerings and help shape our senior years program from the ground up.

Each year, we focus on building a teaching team that reflects the skills, experience and interests of our staff. We value the opportunity for teachers to work within their areas of expertise, explore new areas of passion and play a meaningful role in the College's continued growth.

Your suitability for the role will be assessed using the following criteria.

• Personal Christian commitment, Church involvement and ability to teach with a Christian worldview;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality teaching and learning programs in your nominated areas to maximise learning using current research and evidence;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students including the use of appropriate interpersonal skills, and the ability to apply classroom management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a positive and supportive learning environment; and
• A willingness to work collaboratively with parents, College staff and members of the wider community in order to establish and maintain productive partnerships to achieve educational outcomes.

Role, responsibilities and accountabilities

Your role as teacher at Hinterland Christian College include:

• Plan, prepare and deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the NESA Professional Standards for Teachers; and relevant syllabi, curriculum policies, work programs and educational trends;
• Maintain teaching competency and currency of knowledge of relevant curriculum programs as required by the College and other relevant statutory authorities;
• Support students through interaction with them in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices;
• Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional wellbeing and physical safety of students whilst at the College and enhance their overall development towards effective citizenship and responsible adulthood through participation in timetabled, non-timetabled and planned extracurricular activities;
• Assess students (diagnostic, formative and summative) for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes;
• Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the College Board and other stakeholders;
• Participate in the collaborative development and evaluation of curriculum (the sum total of all learning experiences) and regularly monitor, through observation and evaluation, the effectiveness of the learning/teaching program; and
• Participate as appropriate, in school decision making processes and professional development.

As an employee at Hinterland Christian College you are required to:

• Exhibit behaviour, through word and action, which reflects the ethos and Christian foundations of the school;
• Abide by the Staff Code of Conduct;
• Be familiar with and follow school policies and procedures;
• Carry out your responsibilities to the best of your ability and in a Christian, safe and professional manner; and
• Reflect on your own work performance and seek further training or professional development opportunities to update your knowledge and skills to serve the College.

Hinterland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people. The successful applicant, therefore, will need to hold and maintain a valid NSW Working With Children Check in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 (NSW).

Suitable applicants will be contacted progressively throughout the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged as Hinterland Christian College reserves the right to appoint this position at any time.

For further information relating to the college please see hinterland.nsw.edu.au.