Stella Maris College, Manly is seeking a full-time English Teacher for a 12-month maternity leave contract commencing Term 1, ****, teaching across Stages 4, 5, and 6.
Stella Maris College Mission and Vision
Stella Maris College, Manly, is a Catholic secondary school for girls in Years 7 to 12, inspired by the Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition. As one of ten schools nationally that form the Good Samaritan Education (GSE) network, the College upholds a holistic and inclusive approach to education, grounded in the values of stewardship, mutuality, prayer, hospitality, humility, discernment, justice, and peace.
Informed by the Good Samaritan Philosophy of Education, Stella Maris is committed to fostering a learning environment that promotes innovative pedagogy across all areas of the curriculum while nurturing the personal, social, and spiritual growth of each student. At the heart of this commitment is a strong focus on pastoral care, which seeks to ensure that every student is known, valued, and supported to flourish.
The College encourages students to become grounded, hope-filled young people who are capable of deep listening, wise leadership, and compassionate engagement with others and the world. Pastoral care at Stella Maris is not a separate program but an integrated and relational approach that informs all aspects of school life, from the classroom to the co-curricular space, fostering a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Stella Maris College is incorporated and governed locally by a Board of Directors, accountable through the Company Members to Good Samaritan Education.

Position Purpose
The role of English Teacher is multifaceted based on being an excellent classroom practitioner with an enthusiasm for and sound knowledge of the subject area, forming and maintaining good relationships with colleagues, students and parents, and keeping abreast with current and best teaching and learning practice.

Reporting Accountabilities




The English Teacher is a fixed term full time position covering a 12 month maternity contract from Term 1, ****.
The English Teacher is responsible and accountable to the College Principal.

Role Accountabilities
The teacher will be responsible for delivering the NESA curriculum in stage 4, 5 and 6. For a full description of the role of the classroom teacher at Stella Maris College, see additional pages.

Remuneration
The remuneration for the position will be as follows:
Commensurate with the applicant's level of qualification, demonstration of teaching expertise as detailed in the CMEA
Superannuation Guarantee as at the current rate paid by the College in addition to salary

Essential Criteria
Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the charism of Good Samaritan Education as articulated in the Good Samaritan Philosophy of Education
Have relevant teaching qualifications
Be able to demonstrate a high level of competency in the five focus areas outlined in the role description for a classroom teacher:
Plan and implement Curriculum
Student Assessment and Reporting
Classroom Management
Professional Development
Collaboration and Communication

Conditions of Appointment
The English Teacher is appointed by the College Principal
Preferred applicants will be screened in accordance with Child Protection Legislation
The appointee must hold a current Working with Children Check

Workplace Health and Safety
Employees are responsible and accountable for:
Compliance with workplace policies and procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control
Active participation in activities associated with the management of workplace health and safety.




Identification and reporting of health and safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries and property damage at the workplace
Where required, correct utilisation of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment or Personal Protective Clothing

Child Safe Standards
Stella Maris College is committed to ensuring that all those engaged in the College promote the fundamental right of children and young people to be respected in a safe school environment. The College has zero tolerance of child abuse and expects all of staff to:
Be aware of, understand and comply with the College's Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct, including the Child Safe Standards, and demonstrate behaviours in accordance with these.
Be in possession of a current and valid Working With Children Check
Respond according to the College's policies and procedures when interacting with children and young people, taking all allegations and concerns very seriously
Be committed to providing a safe workplace for all children and young people, promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety

Applications
Applications must include a:
1 page cover letter addressed to the Principal including a response that details suitability for the role by addressing each point in the Essential Criteria
Copies of Academic Qualifications are required at the time of application
Only electronic applications will be accepted.

Applications closeWednesday 4th November ****
Stella Maris reserves the right to fill the position prior to this date should a suitable candidate be appointed.
Stella Maris College is a Year 7-12 girls school committed to providing an inclusive education through the provision of quality learning experiences which enhance the students' understanding of our Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition, promote individual creativity and develop their academic potential. Stella graduates leave school prepared to meet the demands and challenges of the 21st Century.

📌 English Teacher - F/T 1 Year Maternity Leave Contract. Start2027 (Brisbane)
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