Teacher (ACC Echuca)

St George Christian School; Echuca; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary & benefits

EAP Program

Christian vision and culture

Job summary

A Christian school in Victoria is looking for dedicated educators to teach students in a supportive environment starting January 2025. The roles can be full-time or part-time for both Primary and Secondary levels. Applicants must have a recognised teaching qualification, be committed Christians, and support child safety standards. This school promotes high academic expectations and aims to provide quality Christian care to its students.

Qualifications

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia.
• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check.
• Statements of service from previous child-connected roles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement teaching programs for students.
• Provide a child safe environment according to standards.
• Teach an area of the curriculum to senior year levels.

Skills

Teaching in a Christian environment

Effective communication with parents

Organizational skills

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)

Job description

About ACC

Australian Christian College (ACC) is a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries, with 14 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.

About ACC Echuca

ACC Echuca, is located at Echuca, Victoria, and is a P-10, co-ed, Christian school. Secondary year groups are being added each year until P-12 is catered for.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety & Wellbeing

• ACC Victoria Ltd is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families.
• We are committed to providing environments where our students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives.
• We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments.
• We promote positive relationships between students and adults and between students and their peers. These relationships are based on trust and respect.
• We take proactive steps to identify and manage any risk of harm to students in our school environment.
• Particular attention is given to the child safety needs of Aboriginal students, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, international students, students with disabilities, those unable to live at home, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, and all other students experiencing risk or vulnerability.
• Inappropriate or harmful behaviour targeting students based on these or other characteristics are not tolerated at our school, and any instances identified will be addressed with appropriate consequences.
• Child safety is a shared responsibility. Every person involved in our school has an important role in promoting child safety and wellbeing and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety.
• We are committed to regularly reviewing our child safe practices, and seeking input from our students, families, staff, and volunteers to inform our ongoing strategies.

As a part of your application, you must read and support the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct. These documents are also available here.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Plan and implement a range of teaching programs or courses of study;
• Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students;
• Demonstrate a commitment to improving professional practice through coaching and professional development;
• Provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards;
• Participate in child safety and wellbeing induction and training provided by the school and always follow the school’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures;
• Act in accordance with our Child Safety Code of Conduct;
• Identify and raise concerns about child safety issues in accordance with our Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures, including following the Four Critical Actions for Schools;
• Ensure students’ views are taken seriously and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives;
• Model and promote the vision and values of the school;
• Teach an area of the curriculum to senior year levels;
• Maintain records of class attendance and recording student progress;
• Implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan;
• Attend and participate in staff meetings as required;
• Be actively involved in regular staff devotions and prayer.

We currently have opportunities available in our Primary and Secondary School starting January 2025. This could be full-time or part-time, primary and/or secondary. If you have any questions please reach out to [e-mail]. Otherwise put yourself on the radar by submitting an application and start a conversation with us.

About You

An opportunity exists to join a fantastic, committed Christian team, in teaching and supporting students within a Christian environment and biblical worldview. We are seeking committed Christian educators with experience in Primary and/or Secondary.

Qualifications

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia;
• Proof of identity;
• Recognised teaching qualification;
• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check (where applicable);
• Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT);
• Statements of service from previous child-connected roles;
• References from previous child-connected roles.

You will:

• Be a committed Christian, comfortable with sharing your faith;
• Be committed to improving student academic outcomes;
• Have high expectations for what students are capable of, both academically and behaviourally;
• Relate well to staff, students and parents. You are able to inspire and manage students, and communicate effectively with parents to support a culture of high expectations;
• Have a servant heart;
• Have demonstrated excellent organisational skills.

Benefit

• Be part of an authentic Christian vision and culture;
• Attractive salary & benefits;
• EAP Program;
• Play an active part in growing the school and providing quality Christian care to students.