Middle School Studies Coordinator

The Role
The Middle School Studies Coordinator (Year 6 – 8) works directly to the Head of Middle/Senior School.  This is one of three Middle School Coordinators who, along with the Head of Middle/Senior School, comprise the Middle School Leadership Team. This team provides Christian leadership, implementation of the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the Middle School.

They are responsible for the ongoing development, compliance and administrative support of a rich and invigorating, Christ centred learning experience for students in the Middle School as part of the Middle School Leadership Team. They take the lead role in overseeing all aspects of compliance and administration in relation to the educational aspects of the Middle School as we deliver an authentic Christian curriculum, which gives attention to:

>      meeting the legislative requirements around the documentation and delivery of our educational programs

>      overseeing and managing all aspects of student reporting in the Middle School

>      overseeing, managing and reporting on all aspects of assessment programs related to the tracking of students from Year 6 – 8, and

>      overseeing and managing teacher registration in the Middle School.

The Middle School Studies Coordinator is a full-time Position of Responsibility 2 (PR2) and will undertake a 0.8FTE teaching load in the Middle / Senior School.

Key Areas of Responsibility
Strategic Leadership
>      Play an active role in the development and implementation of a solid Christian worldview and biblically based learning and teaching environment, ensuring that there is understanding, engagement and participation by all teachers in your area of responsibility.

>      Play an active role in the development and administration of the strategic direction in the Middle School, with a specific focus on Christ centred learning and teaching in a Preschool – Year 12 school.

>      Promote and implement key learning and teaching strategic objectives with all Middle School staff, ensuring that there is understanding, engagement and participation at all staff levels.

>      Encourage and maintain a climate of quality and excellence in learning and teaching.

>      Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

>      Respond proactively to the changing education sector in line with the School’s strategic priorities, lead innovation collaboratively and model a positive approach to change in your area of responsibility.

>      Assist the Head of Middle School in the management of the Middle School.

Wellbeing Leadership
>      Support teachers with wellbeing in their classes including in the area of academic care and discipline within your area of responsibility.

>      Oversee student management and liaise with the Student Wellbeing Coordinator as required regarding behaviour, attendance, uniform and the application by students of the school’s values.

>      Support and assist the Head of School and Student Wellbeing Coordinator as required in matters pertaining to wellbeing.

Educational Leadership
>      Promote excellence in Christian education.

>      Ensure that a sound knowledge of emerging trends in educational theory, learning theory, curriculum and assessment practice underpins learning and teaching as it pertains to curriculum, assessment, cross-curriculum priorities and general capabilities within the Christian school context.

>      Lead teachers in the development, implementation, evaluation and review of their curriculum particularly in relation to the Australian Curriculum and other legislative requirements as required for school registration.

>      Develop, maintain and implement policies and processes on curriculum, assessment, cross-curriculum priorities and general capabilities for Year 6 – 8.

>      Ensure development and implementation of Assessment Policy and Reporting Procedures is consistent with the Outcomes approach to curriculum in a Christian school.

>      Organise and oversee all aspects of the Middle School’s assessment programs related to the tracking of students from Year 6 – 8. This includes providing analysis to Heads of School, the Director of Learning and Teaching and other coordinators and teaching staff of individual students and cohorts for trends/gaps etc. Programs such as: NAPLAN, PIPs, PAT etc.

>      Develop and coordinate parent information sessions regarding curriculum, assessment, cross-curriculum priorities and general capabilities matters for Year 6 – 8.

>      With the Head of Middle School, and other Coordinators as required, oversee and manage any issues pertaining to student assessment and reporting.

>      Support teachers in the development of good classroom management and effective teaching practice from a Christian worldview.

>      Maintain a practicing role as a classroom teacher.

>      Act as lead for teaching staff and serve as liaison between teaching staff and technical support ensuring the ongoing development of digital learning and teaching.

Staff Leadership and Management
In working with the Head of Middle School you will:

>      Guide, monitor and evaluate staff performance, and professional learning and training for Middle School teachers.

Lead and manage all Middle School teaching staff in ensuring that legislative and regulatory requirements are met in relation to all Government reporting requirements for learning and teaching.

>      Foster a positive and dynamic working environment by developing a team approach, ensuring open communication, transparent and effective decision-making and collaborative work practices.

>      Address and assist the Head of Middle School in resolving matters of staff performance and conduct, in accordance with School policies, procedures and values.

>      Encourage and demonstrate effective communication within and beyond the School community, including keeping staff informed about relevant decisions and issues in relation to learning and teaching.

Financial and Resource Management
>      Lead teachers in the development, implementation, evaluation and review of risk assessments.

>      Approval, management and budget management of professional learning across the Middle School under the leadership of, and in consultation with the Director of Learning and Teaching.

Management and oversight of all external testing such as NAPLAN and PISA along with other tests as required from time-to-time.

>      Manage and support assessment and reporting across the Middle School including semester reports and effort grades as required.

Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by
>         Following Work Health and Safety instructions and policies.

>         Reporting accidents and hazards.

>         Generally caring for own safety and that of others, including visitors, students, parents and volunteers that may possibly be affected by actions or inaction.

Other duties
>         Participate in and support the faith community of the School through prayer and communal worship activities.

>         Model the faith and values of the School in interactions with colleagues, students, parents and the wider community.

>         Attend staff meetings on days when rostered to attend for work.

>         Attend the annual whole staff retreat.

>         Attend devotions on days and times when at work. All staff are welcome to voluntarily attend staff devotions outside of their allocated work times.

>         Participate in school activities requiring staff participation.

>         Other duties as required.

Other
>      Maintain a practising role in the teaching program (0.8FTE teaching load).

>      Participatein the School’s wellbeing and co-curricular programs.

>      Attend School assemblies and respect and actively supporting and upholding the School’s Christian values and ethos.

>      As part of the Middle School leadership team, assist the Head of School as required from time-to-time.

>      Other responsibilities as required by the Principal from time-to-time.

Experience, Knowledge and Attributes
>      A personal acceptance of the Lordship of Christ and regular attendance at a Christian church (a church holding a doctrinal position compatible with the Doctrinal Basis of the School).

>      A sharp, research-informed progressive vision of learning and teaching and the capacity to lead innovations that shape a Christian learning community of excellence.

>      A gifted, dynamic teacher with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the development and educational needs of students and a passion for encouraging them in faith in Jesus Christ.

>      Excellent academic qualifications and subject knowledge, post-graduate qualifications or educational leadership experience highly regarded.

>      Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills and a willingness to relate with compassion, humility, grace, strength and integrity to students, families and staff.

>      Excellent leadership and administrative skills, including team building, coaching and mentoring.

>      Flexibility to work the hours required to meet critical timelines and other responsibilities of your role.