ROCKHAMPTON GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL - CLASSROOM TEACHER

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years.

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to ‘Learning for Life’. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an environment in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we have an unwavering dedication to educate and nurture influential young women who contribute passionately and confidently to our diverse and ever-changing society.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to empower and inspire confidence in young women to create and embrace every opportunity.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster a connected community that develops clever and confident young women.

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

- Connection- We foster meaningful relationships that create a strong, supportive community among students, staff, families, and alumni.
- Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty, respect, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our words.
- Confidence – We empower our students to believe in their abilities, embrace challenges, and lead with courage in all aspects of life.
- Curiosity - We inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging our students to ask questions, explore ideas, and seek solutions.
- Traditions – We honour the rich heritage of our school, embracing the values and practices that shape our unique identity.

OUR MOTTO Non Scholae Sed Vitae - Not only for school but for life we are learning.

THE ROLE

Position Title: Relief Teacher

Employment Type: Casual

We are opening up our pool for Relief Teachers, looking for all years from Prep to Year 12.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

All Teachers which includes Relief Teachers at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School play an important role in creating a positive, safe and encouraging culture for learning.



Teachers are expected to develop and promote creativity and high order thinking skills to increase the performance of our students. Teachers are to exhibit the highest standards of professional practice.

TEACHING STAFF COMMITMENT

All teachers are expected to support our students in both curricular and cocurricular care. Teachers are expected to support and extend the school’s ethos and culture, foster in their students the enjoyment of learning, and challenge and provide opportunities for students to have a whole of school experience. Staff must continue their professional development and participate in any mandatory training.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES SUMMARY

TEACHING, LEARNING, ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING AND GENERAL DUTIES

- Punctually attend lessons and duties including supervision of classes and out of class duties.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance.
- Come prepared to all lessons and ensure lessons plans follow set curriculum.
- Knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and QCAA senior school syllabuses.
- Ability to implement the Rockhampton Girls Grammar Care program.
- Ability to embed ICT within teaching and learning programs.
- Ability to deliver and document effective teaching and learning programs in line with school programs, policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance learning outcomes for students.
- Punctually attend all required meetings.
- Participation in House and Sporting events as required.
- Develop a stimulating, inclusive learning environment by using a variety of styles and approaches to cater for individual learning needs.
- Use a variety of teaching strategies to effectively implement the curriculum and actively engage students in the learning process.
- Provide regular, timely and positive feedback to students on their progression within a lesson.
- Participate in Professional Learning and/or Development as required to increase qualified knowledge, strengthen teaching effectiveness and improve outcomes for students.

DUTIES OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL HOURS

- Promote the interests of Rockhampton Girls Grammar School.




- Roving duties throughout the school.
- Promote the interests of Rockhampton Girls Grammar School.
- Serve the School diligently and faithfully.

KEY PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

- A genuine interest and commitment to the wellbeing, development and education of every student.
- A belief in the potential of every child to become a well-adjusted, contributing and compassionate member of the community.
- An ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and communicate effectively with parents.
- Emotional resilience and conflict management skills.
- A commitment to professional and personal development.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships with students, parents, staff and other relevant stakeholders.
- A commitment to the Rockhampton Girls Grammar School ethos and culture.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

- ICT competency, including proficiency with relevant software including Teams and OneNote.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- A willingness to fully engage in annual goal setting and professional reviews.
- A comprehensive knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, and an understanding of the AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS Promote Rockhampton Girls Grammar School inside and outside the school community.

Applicants must be registered to teach in Queensland.

All applicants will be subject to Rockhampton Girls Grammar School legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification. These checks are consistent with Rockhampton Girls Grammar's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Professional Development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Superannuation benefits
- Salary Sacrifice/Novated Lease options available

APPLICATION INFORMATION To be considered for the Relief Teaching position please submit a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek in PDF format. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For further information contact the Human Resources Officer on (07) 49 300 967

📌 Relief Teacher (Primary & Secondary) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Rockhampton Girls Grammar School
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