<p><b>About the role:</b></p><p>Our school’s pedagogy reflects the overarching principles and approach to learning outlined in the Sydney Catholic Schools’ Statement on Authentic Learning. By connecting to the real world of students’ lives, authentic learning enables students to become lifelong learners who contribute to society and the wider world as active and discerning citizens. </p><p>Mary MacKillop Catholic College is an all-girls secondary school that consistently attains high levels of academic excellence. This is achieved through a personalised, yet dynamic approach to learning in which caters for each young woman’s needs, passions and aspirations.</p><p>Applications are invited from dynamic educators for the position of Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) Teacher. The preferred candidate will be enthusiastic, keen to engage and inspire our students and be able to deliver a curriculum that caters for students with different learning styles. Experience in teaching Stage 6 and the ability to teach in multiple Key Learning Areas may be an advantage.</p><p>You will be responsible for the effective implementation of the NESA PDHPE syllabus. You will have the ability to develop positive relationships, foster a culture of collaboration and inquiry and be proactive in your support of the Catholic mission and values of Mary MacKillop College, and be a a role model personally and professionally. </p><p><b>About you:</b></p><ul><li>be a qualified teacher and be committed to the full range of College activities</li><li>be committed to the Catholic ethos and values of our school </li><li>be an enthusiastic educator who can contribute to the culture of the school and its community</li><li>have secondary education qualifications to teach PDHPE</li><li>have the ability and/or experience in teaching Stage 6 PDHPE and/or Community and Family Studies</li><li>have the ability to teach in another Key Learning Area (not essential)</li><li>have an understanding of the education of girls</li><li>be a highly effective, innovative and motivated educator with a passion for learning and teaching</li><li>have the ability to differentiate instruction and personalise learning for students from Year 7 to Year 12</li><li>have an understanding of assessment for learning, as learning and of learning</li><li>have the ability to integrate effective feedback in student learning</li><li>be able to cater for the diverse needs of learners</li><li>have a proven ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team</li><li>possess excellent interpersonal, communication and technology skills</li><li>possess a sound knowledge of the NSW PDHPE curriculum</li><li>have an understanding of the requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority</li><li>have a strong work ethic</li></ul><p><b>Selection Criteria:</b></p><p>All applications must address the following Selection Criteria. The Selection Criteria for the PDHPE position require the applicant to explain, and provide examples if relevant, of:</p><ul><li>their understanding of and commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic Church</li><li>their ability to teach PDHPE/Community and Family Studies</li><li>their ability to teach in another Key Learning Area (not essential)</li><li>exemplary classroom practice, utilising a range of effective contemporary pedagogies</li><li>excellent classroom management skills</li><li>effective communication skills with students, staff and parents</li><li>a proven ability to work collegially within a faculty</li><li>a commitment to growing the College&#39;s culture of learning and thinking</li></ul><p><b>Working with Children Check (WWCC)</b></p><p>This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.</p><p><b>Early applications are encouraged as interviews may commence before the closing date.</b></p><p><b><br /></b></p>