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OverviewSt Mary''s Catholic College Gateshead is seeking a Temporary Part-Time (0.4FTE) Secondary Visual Art Teacher to join the team for the remainder of the year on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.ResponsibilitiesSupported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experienceTeachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagementTeachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programsThe teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomesThe teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for TeachersExperience/CriteriaAbility to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be CatholicAbility to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potentialDemonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomesDemonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environmentQualificationsQualifications as a four-year trained teacherActive NESA AccreditationCurrent paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) numberCompletion of anaphylaxis trainingCompletion of CPR trainingConditions of EmploymentSalary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.Benefits Of Working With UsWork in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and growA corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C''s apply)Employee assistance program (EAP)Training and staff development programsPaid parental leave for eligible employeesAccess to long service leave after just five years for eligible employeesLeave Portability (T&C''s Apply)FOR FURTHER INFORMATIONContact Brett Donohoe, Principal on Tel: (02) 4944 4800 or via email: [email protected] to ApplyPlease provide a cover letter along with your resumeWithin your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.Applications close: Monday 25th August 2025 at 11.59pmAdditional informationThe Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Dioceses Code of Conduct which includes the Dioceses Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation. #J-18808-Ljbffr