Specialist Literacy Teacher (K-12)

About Us

AvÐÔ°® Christi College is a progressive Catholic school with students from Pre-Kindy to Year 12. We strive to deliver innovative and impactful learning opportunities to ignite the spirit, curiosity and passion of all members of our community. Our College seeks staff who are dynamic and passionate with an excellent track record in their careers and who bring with them a strong sense of service.

You will join a College that is committed to being Outstanding for Others, through the core Pillars of;

  • Catholic Identity and Mission

  • Community

  • Teaching and Learning

  • Stewardship

We provide and support the best possible conditions for staff. As an employee you will;

  • access strategically aligned and career enhancing professional learning; including the Berry Street Education Model.

  • have opportunities for authentic career development and career progression through emerging leadership and middle leadership programs.

  • gain opportunities to participate in community and social events that enhance professional relationships.

  • develop opportunities to attend retreats and explore a personal relationship with faith.

  • attend regular wellbeing activities and have access to physical health facilities, including pool and gym.

  • be offered opportunities to experience and develop cross campus learning and cocurricular opportunities.

  • participate in a collaborative culture that values innovative teaching and learning design.

  • engage with CEWA initiatives with networking opportunities.

  • access quality facilities and resources including the provision of an Apple device.

About the Role

As an integral member of the AvÐÔ°® Christi College Diverse Learning Team, the Specialist Literacy Teacher (K-12) contributes to the design and delivery of the range of exemplary learning interventions offered by the College.

Within the context of a Catholic school, the Specialist Literacy Teacher (K-12) is an advocate for principles of exemplary practice to ensure the programs offered at the College are impactful and respond at the point of need for all students. Working in collaboration with the Head of Learning Diversity (K-12), the Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning, the Head of Learning (K-6) and classroom teachers, the Specialist Literacy Teacher (K-12) will contribute to the strategic approach to literacy intervention and personalised learning in response to the ever-increasing diversity of our young people through evidence-based supports and programs. This will include supporting small groups of students in targeted and structured lessons, focusing on the foundations of synthetic phonics, reading and writing fluency.

About You

Our ideal candidate will be appropriately qualified, hold current TRBWA registration and WWC clearance in addition to;

  • Proven experience in successfully planning, organising and delivering educational programs  

  • Ability to foster nurturing and positive relationships with students to cater for their needs  

  • Demonstrated competence in classroom management  

  • Understanding of explicit and differentiated instruction  

  • Proficiency with digital technologies and supportive of digital integration  

  • Commitment to continuous improvement, best practice teaching & learning, and innovation  

  • Ability to effectively engage with parents and staff in the interests of students  

  • Ability to work cooperatively and enthusiastically in a team towards achieving a common vision for learning  

  • Initiative, professionalism and tact   

  • Willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the College   

  • Willingness to support the extra-curricular program of the College .

A position description detailing key responsibilities, selection criteria and conditions is available here.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online via , including a covering letter and resume.

Applications close:  9:00am Monday 4 November 2024.

Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting the Deputy Principal Teaching & Learning, Jenny Miraudo, on 6332 2500. 

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