P/T Secondary Teacher

Hinterland Christian College is a creative, compassionate K-10 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 environment in and out of the classrooms.  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.

Opportunities

There are many positives in working in a small school in regional northern New South Wales; the world-renowned beauty of the Byron Shire, the broader creative community, and the great opportunities of being a meaningful member of a growing small school with a strong relational atmosphere.  Subject options that may be available include Work Education,  9-10 Distance Ed elective supervision, 9-10 Food Technology, Spanish. Each year we work on building a team with a focus on staff skill set and interests, so there is freedom to work in your field of expertise and/or explore new areas of passion.

Position and Requirements

Hinterland seeks to employ a suitably qualified candidate to fulfill a full-time teaching position as a Secondary Teacher (Grades 7-10).  We are seeking a passionate educator whose care is evident in their manner, communication and relationship with each student. The position commences in 2025 and is a 0.6 FTE.  Experience in teaching Secondary students is preferred, though graduate teachers with excellent recommendations will also be considered.

An application form can be requested from the College at operationsmanager@hinterland.nsw.edu.au

Essential Criteria:

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

Successful applicants need to demonstrate the following:

– An active Christian faith and a passion to instill Christian values that espouse responsibility, respect, reliability and reverence towards God, themselves and others in the community;

– An ability to program and teach Grades 7-10 students following the Board of Studies Curriculum with demonstrated capabilities against the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers;

– A working understanding of teaching from a Christian world-view and its application;

– A capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within the school environment;

– A capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary;

– Commitment to the provision of a secure, caring, challenging and positive learning environment for each child

– The fostering of a cohesive and supportive Christ-centred community where teachers, parents and students work together for the greater good of each person.

– A commitment to professional learning and growth.

For further information relating to the college please see hinterland.nsw.edu.au.  If you would like to apply for this position, please contact operationsmanager@hinterland.nsw.edu.au to request an application form.

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).

The commencement of this role will be January 2025.  Closing Date for Applications is Friday 29th of November 2024

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 prior to the closing date.