Secondary Maths/Science Teacher

About the role

Portside Christian College in Adelaide is looking for a Secondary Maths/Science Teacher on a 0.7-1 FTE contract with a view to ongoing permanency. The college is a Christian school where all staff are committed Christians who teach from a biblical worldview, and the successful applicant must be a committed Christian in regular fellowship with their local church and in agreement with the College's Statement of Faith.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate continuous improvement aligned with the college's educational philosophy and the Standards of Professional Practice for Teachers.
• Plan and deliver teaching and learning programs using the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework from a biblical perspective, aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Promote best practice in pedagogy and learning that inspires learners.
• Promote a restorative team and learning culture using the KARR framework of kindness, agency, respect and responsiveness.
• Liaise with the Student Wellbeing Coordinator and Inclusion Support Team as required.
• Contribute to the Christian life of the college community and take part in professional learning opportunities.
• Follow all college policies and procedures, including the Staff Code of Conduct and Staff Handbook, and build positive, restorative relationships with staff, students and parents.

Required profile

• South Australian Teacher Registration, or eligibility to obtain it.
• Bachelor of Education qualification (minimum); previous teaching experience highly desirable.
• South Australian Government Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid qualification (BELS First Aid HLTAID010 at minimum).
• RRHAN-EC training on responding to risks of harm, abuse and neglect in education and care.

Required skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, staff and parents and to create an engaged, respectful classroom culture.
• Ability to use data to extend each student's learning.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritise a workload.