Application Guidelines Concordia Campus Teaching Positions

Digital Technologies

Science Indonesian

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Teaching Positions Concordia College

BACKGROUND

The College Concordia College is situated in Highgate, an established eastern suburb of the city of Adelaide, South Australia. Set in a safe and attractive environment, away from main roads, the College is five minutes’ drive from the city’s Central Business District.

Originally established in 1890 at Murtoa, Victoria, Concordia Campus moved to its present Highgate site in 1905, operating under the South Australian District Synod of the Lutheran Church of Australia and is a member of the Lutheran Schools Association in SA/NT and WA

On 1 January 2016, St John’s Lutheran School and Concordia College amalgamated into a new educational institution, also called Concordia College. The ELC-Year 6 component is identified as the St John’s Campus, while the Year 7-12 component is identified as Concordia Campus. Concordia College aims to prepare students for a life of dedicated service in society. It is a member of the Lutheran school system and maintains strong links with the Lutheran Church, with a particular affiliation to St John’s Lutheran Church, Unley.

The ongoing development of the IB curriculum framework, the Australian curriculum, SACE, VET and the continuing exploration of new ways to use digital technologies in support of student learning are important components of the Strategic Plan of Concordia College. All students have their own laptop. Current enrolment is approximately 350 students from ELC - 6 and 890 students from Years 7 – 12.

The Curriculum Frameworks

Years R – 6

St John’s Campus has offered the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) since 2012. This is aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

Years 7 – 10

The Concordia Campus has offered the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) since 2000. It is aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

Years 11 – 12

The majority of the students complete the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Since 2011 the IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) has been an alternative program for Year 11 and 12 students.

VET opportunities are supported in Years 11 and 12.

These curriculum frameworks all promote student-centered learning and the development of independent learning skills designed to equip young people with life-long qualities that extend beyond the classroom into the community. Many school organised service activities support this.

Concordia College today is a thriving, dynamic, forward-looking community that learns and lives according to the Concordia Campus motto: firm in principle, gentle in manner.

Please refer to the College website for further information about Concordia College

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VISION

Engage. Achieve. Serve.

MISSION Our mission is to provide a vibrant education, rich in opportunities, delivered within a

caring, supportive environment, and informed by the gospel of Jesus. Our learning community connects people, ideas and experiences allowing us to strive confidently, to

engage, achieve and serve

VALUES Our values define our learning community and guide our relationships and interactions

Caring – Support each other

As a caring community, we believe we are better together. We act in the spirit of grace because we recognize God’s love for us. We actively look for opportunities to support each other as we learn and grow

Integrity – Be consistent with our convictions We commit to being authentic and honest in everything we do

Personal Excellence – Be our best We will challenge and encourage each other to achieve our personal best in all of our endeavours

Respect – Value each other We accept and celebrate differences and believe that they enhance and enrich our community. We aim to

make people feel valued and appreciated

Responsibility – Own our Actions We take personal accountability for our learning and actions. We build a sense of social responsibility and

commit to making a positive difference in our communities and in the world

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OVERVIEW OF THE POSITIONS

Science Teacher

Full time continuing position commencing 2018

The areas of expertise and subject combinations may provide the opportunity for more than one position.

Applications for part-time will be considered.

The Science position requires a knowledgeable, dedicated and passionate Science teacher who will encourage students to actively engage in learning. A deep understanding of the learning needs of Middle School students and an understanding of the essential skills and knowledge students need to be successful in senior years Science will be essential. Skills and knowledge in General Science and one or two areas of specialty – senior Biology, Chemistry or Physics are sought.

The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the learning experiences of the students will be essential. As all students have a laptop the effective integration of ICT into lessons is an integral component of a teacher’s skill-base.

Knowledge and preferably experience in the SACE, and knowledge of the IB MYP and/or DP will be an advantage.

The ability to teach in other subject areas – Mathematics, Psychology, Christian Studies - will be viewed favourably.

Fixed term position, Term 1, 2018 – approx. 0.8

The position has become available as the incumbent will be on Long Service Leave

The position is for a knowledgeable, dedicated and passionate Chemistry and General Science teacher who will encourage students to actively engage in learning. The position will also require the ability to teach Year 9 and Year 10 Mathematics. The teacher will have a deep understanding of the learning needs of Middle School students and an understanding of the essential skills and knowledge students need to be successful in senior years Chemistry.

The ability to teach DP Chemistry will be looked upon favourably.

Digital Technologies Teacher

Fixed term commencing Term 1, 2018 - approx. 0.6FTE – 1.0FTE depending on areas of expertise

This one year position has become available as the incumbent is on leave.

The primary responsibility for the role is to implement the Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies requirements for Years 7 and 8 in collaboration with other staff. In addition, the applicant will have the ability and preferably experience in delivering the Year 12 SACE IT course. The applicant will require a good level of practical knowledge and experience in:

Understanding of the Digital Technologies requirements in the Australian Curriculum

Knowledge of basic programming principles and the design development lifecycle

Knowledge and experience with general blockly and scripting programming languages

Knowledge and experience with basic photography and audio editing

Knowledge and experience with Robotics (Sphero, EV3)

Experience with the Google Drive Environment

Meeting SACE requirements

The teacher will work with a broad range of computer technologies and will ensure that appropriate protocols when communicating and collaborating on-line will be embedded into course delivery.

Additionally, Concordia College has a highly developed modern and well-equipped media facility with TV studio, Macintosh computer laboratory and associated work areas. The ability to also teach photography at Year 11/12 would be an advantage. Skills and knowledge in STEM and of video/television production would also be beneficial.

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Indonesian Teacher

Fixed-term position commencing Term 1, 2018

This position has become available as the incumbent will be on leave.

In the first instance, the position is for Semester 1, 2018 but there is a possibility that the position may be extended for the full year.

It is anticipated that this position will be approximately 0.8, but could be full-time– the final FTE will be dependent on student subject choices, Home Class requirements and timetabling constraints.

The ability to engage students in language learning across all year levels will be essential for this role. Strong Indonesian language skills and knowledge of linguistic structures and nuances will be critical to ensure that students develop a high level of Indonesian language competency.

SACE experience is a priority for teaching Year 11 Indonesian and knowledge of the IB MYP will be an advantage.

The ability to teach in another area would be advantageous.

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APPLICATIONS

The Position Description, Duty Statement and Application Form for this position can be accessed on the College website, www.concordia.sa.edu.au, under ‘Latest News’ > ‘Employment’. If there are any questions about the position or the application process, please contact Reception, who can put you in touch with the appropriate person

Applications be can posted, lodged in person or emailed to employment@concordia.sa.edu.au and must reach Reception at Concordia College, by 10.00am, Tuesday 12 September 2017.

Mr Lester Saegenschnitter Principal 24 Winchester Street HIGHGATE SA 5063

Applications should include the following:

a covering letter briefly outlining the applicant’s interest in undertaking the advertised position

an up-to-date Resume (no more than two pages in length)

a completed Concordia College Application Form (available from the College website)

names and contact details of three referees, preferably one of whom a Minister of Religion.

For Teaching positions please attach a copy of your current Teachers Registration certificate and a copy of declared qualifications.

SELECTION PROCESS

Initially a short- listing process will be undertaken. Successful applicants will be invited to participate in an interview.

The format of the interview will include:

A brief introduction to and outline of the role

Questions from the panel

Questions from the applicant

Further enquiries should be directed to Harshini Elliott, Personal Assistant to Directors of Staff and Student Learning by email to: employment@concordia.sa.edu.au