Chemistry Teacher

Teaching - Secondary (Education & Training)

Full time

Support the strategic directions of The Scots College through delivery of effective teaching and learning programs, fostering an inclusive and challenging learning environment and engaging with the school community within and beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching Delivery

Plan and deliver engaging, well-sequenced programs using diverse teaching strategies. Support student needs, incorporate ICT, respect cultures, involve parents, and maintain inclusive, disciplined classrooms that promote excellence.

Assessment and Reporting

Follow assessment and reporting policies, use feedback to improve practices, apply diverse assessment strategies, provide timely feedback, participate in moderation, and maintain clear records of student progress.

Pastoral Care

Engage in pastoral care and co-curricular activities, model Christian values, communicate respectfully with students, staff, and parents, maintain confidentiality, collaborate with specialists, and provide support to colleagues.

Policy Implementation

The role involves contributing to and implementing College policies in a developmentally appropriate way, ensuring student wellbeing and safety through adherence to school, curriculum, and legislative requirements. It also includes monitoring and minimising risks through the College's risk management procedures, promoting the safe and ethical use of ICT in teaching, and supporting the College's Christian ethos. Additionally, the role requires compliance with relevant laws, ethical standards, and regulations set by authorities and the College.

Sport and Co-Curricular

Participate in co-curricular and sporting activities both during and outside of College hours. It includes planning and delivering a consistent, relevant program in collaboration with the Director of Sport and Head of School, while ensuring proper duty of care and supervision for students.

Who are you?

• Qualification in education and registered with The NSW Institute of Teachers/NESA
• Ability to teach and lead stage 6 Chemistry
• Ability to infuse the Christian ethos into teaching practice
• Recognise the value and uniqueness of each individual within the College community
• Commitment to ongoing learning
• Professional and personal integrity
• Flexibility and openness to change
• Proactivity and innovation
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment

Where do you fit in?

• Positively participate in supporting the Christian values of our Presbyterian GPS School.
• Aspire to live a life informed by a personal code characterised by courage, ethics, and purpose.
• Belong and function in a Team of Teams.

How do you serve others?

• Characterised by respect, civility, and consideration for others.
• Cultivate a sense of community by fostering a sense of belonging.

What do we offer?

• A culture that cultivates well-rounded, successful men of faith and independent mind.
• An institution that seeks to serve God faithfully, through our core values and culture.
• Personal development and growth opportunities.
• A constructive and supportive work environment in which all staff members are valued.
• Financial and non-financial rewards and incentives.
• Free barista morning coffee and lunches.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Access to The Scots College bus transport system.
• Access to medical services.
• Free access to the college gym.
• Salary packaging.

The Scots College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Chemistry Teacher?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?

The Scots College is a distinctive Australian day and boarding boys' school that promotes the lordship of Jesus Christ in all things. We exist to inspire boys to learn, lead and serve as they strive for excellence together. Scots has been raising fine young men since 1893 from Sydney, NSW and different nations around the world.

Our staff are committed to a culture of high expectations that nourishes creative, confident, accomplished young men. We employ professional, experienced, and hardworking staff who are offered outstanding opportunities for development, leadership, and new experiences. At Scots, you belong to a team who enjoy working alongside you and champion your accomplishments.