<p><b>Location: </b>Cerdon College - Merrylands</p><p dir="ltr">Cerdon College Merrylands, is a Catholic secondary girls’ school that was founded by and is educating in the tradition of the Marist Sisters. In living out the values of Christ, our school celebrates the uniqueness of each person within a diverse community. This is reflected in our school motto ‘In All Things Christ’.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About the opportunity:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">We are looking for a skilled, contemporary and passionate Secondary Science Teacher to be part of our school community and enrich the lives of our students.</p> <p dir="ltr">This is a rare opportunity to join a high performing and innovative team. Permanent Full-Time Position.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>You Will Be:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Have contemporary and authoritative professional knowledge and understanding of the teaching of Science and the factors that influence learning and development, effective pedagogies, assessment and reporting, a wide range of resources, including interactive technologies, and their use in teaching and learning</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Having an understanding of how to differentiate learning to cater for students needs in order to maximise student learning.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Building effective relationships and managing complex interactions, creating and maintaining engaging, intellectually challenging and safe learning environments, planning, implementing and evaluating rigorous and inclusive learning programs</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Using assessments and constructive feedback to inform teaching and learning and communicating effectively with different audiences using a range of strategies</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Have commitment to the continual improvement of their teaching practice and take opportunities for personal professional development.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Working creatively and constructively within a range of 'communities' inside and beyond the school and setting high, achievable goals for themselves and their students.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Exhibiting personal approaches characterised by caring and respect for others.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About you:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To be successful in this highly rewarding role you will demonstrate alignment to the core purpose and values of Cerdon College along with:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Qualifications and Experience to teach Science with experience in Biology and/or Chemistry (Essential)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">STEM Experience or willingness to teach STEM (highly regarded)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Statements of Service</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Working with Children Check clearance</p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Effective interpersonal skills and collaborative teamwork.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">High quality classroom teaching skills which enable students with a diverse range of needs to achieve their full potential.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Sound knowledge of and commitment to our Catholic faith and mission in Catholic education.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">We believe that our employee community is a key strength of our organisation and we aim to attract the best talent to achieve our strategic goal of being leaders in quality, faith-based education and an Employer of Choice in our sector. Our leaders create inclusive teams and value the individual contributions of our employees. We champion quality education and lead the way in innovation and inspiring our students and their future. We also offer competitive remuneration, salary packaging, parental leave, wellbeing programs and professional development.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Interested?</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CEDP’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian <a href="https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/">here.</a>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">Applicants wishing to work in any of&nbsp; the schools within the Diocese, either as a casual, temporary or full time employee, must be classified with the CEDP.&nbsp; If you are not already classified, you will need to complete the online registration for teachers process found on the <a href="https://ceo-web.parra.catholic.edu.au/ceoweb/login.htm;jsessionid=25BEC5198F21769A575BF7C05706E4F5">CEDP website</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">CEDP promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Apply today!</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.</p>