Junior School Physical Education Teacher - Long service leave contract

We are seeking an Physical Education Teacher to fill a Term 4, 2024 long service leave contract in our Junior School commencing on 30th September 2024 and concluding on 29th November 2024. This is a full-time contract and a fantastic opportunity to work in an amazing school with a great team of professionals. The position will work with year levels 2 through to 6. At Cathedral we are excited about the future, and we cherish the opportunity to invest in the leaders of tomorrow. 

The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James located in Mundingburra is Townsville's only Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Early Childhood to Year 12 and boarding students from Year 7 to 12.  The School is set adjacent to a lagoon and lush tropical rain trees creating a wonderful canvas to inspire learning and creativity.  At Cathedral we 'educate for life-long success'. We know that this requires a well-rounded education and a focus on developing the "whole person" by nurturing the body and spirit as well as the mind.

The key accountabilities of the role are based on the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, and describe the Professional Knowledge, Practice, and Professional Engagement required at The Cathedral School.

Essential Criteria

The Physical Education Teacher will be required to meet the following Essential Criteria and actively work towards obtaining the desired competencies, knowledge, and skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or a degree qualification supported by a post-graduate diploma or degree in teaching or education.
• Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.

Competencies, Knowledge & Skills

• Willingness to adhere to the expectations of the school’s Teaching and Learning Framework.
• Ability to use student data in support of an evidence-based approach to innovation and quality.
• Ability to integrate technology into learning programs and lesson delivery for the enhancement of student outcomes.
• Ability to differentiate for different learning styles through accepting individual differences in ability, need, and learning styles.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in the pursuit of team goals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, communication, and consulting skills, that build and maintain positive and productive working relationships.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage conflict, difficult conversations and resolve issues proactively and respectfully.
• Willingness to coordinate co-curricular activities.

All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the School and must either hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card and/or be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.

Interested applicants who would like to be part of a thriving professional community can obtain further information by visiting our "Employment" page at https://cathedral.qld.edu.au/about/employment/

Applying for the Position

Applicants wishing to apply for the position are required to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their skills and experience and provide 3 work references to which the school can contact. We will assess applications as we receive them, so apply today!