St Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary SchoolSt Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary School (SMCM) in Epping North is a vibrant, faith-filled community that values diversity and student-centered learning. With a focus on evidence-based teaching and well-being practices, we aim to support the development of each child, ensuring they thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. With a commitment to inclusivity and high-quality education, SMCM fosters an environment where every student can flourish. Our growing school is well resourced with new facilities, technology and a team of over 70 dedicated staff. Our modern and flexible learning spaces provide an environment for collaborative and targeted learning opportunities.
We are seeking a skilled classroom practitioner with a passion for leadership and literacy to lead our school in embedding MACS Vision for Instruction to improve literacy outcomes for all students. This role could be suitable for an educator who is experienced in the pedagogy of the Science of Learning and is aspiring to a leadership role. The Literacy Leader is a full time, ongoing position and a major leadership role in our school.
The School Literacy Leader will: Lead continuous school improvement in the area of literacy, implement school improvement goals and inspire in our students a love of reading, writing, listening and speaking.Develop, model, implement and monitor whole school literacy learning grounded in the Science of Learning and aligned with the English Curriculum 2.0.Collaborate with and support teachers in the design, implementation and assessment of an effective literacy program that is informed by data and meets the needs of all students.Lead and promote staff professional learning opportunities including leading regular literacy PLCs, coaching and mentoring.Undertake professional learning in order to be informed with best practice and latest curriculum initiatives including the Science of Reading and Writing.Maintain, collate, analyse and communicate assessment data to drive student improvement in literacy.Liaise with the Learning & Teaching Leader to strategically maintain literacy resources.Work collaboratively with other members of the Curriculum Team to support and develop consistency through all learning and teaching practices.Liaise with the Literacy Intervention teacher and Learning Diversity Leader to identify students requiring literacy intervention in line with the Intervention Policy.Have an applied knowledge of the EAL Curriculum to support staff in engagement and implementation.Be an active member of the Leadership Team by enacting the Educational Vision and Philosophy of our school and taking on responsibilities that contribute to the smooth running of our school.Requirements: VIT registration.Accreditation to teach in Catholic School and/or committed to providing a Catholic education for all students.Committed to upholding the SMCM Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct.Experience with evidence-based literacy instruction, particularly in alignment with the Science of Learning and MACS Vision for Instruction.Post graduate qualifications or a commitment to a postgraduate qualification in the next 2 years.Dedicated to catering for the individual needs of students in a school wide positive behaviour for learning environment.Committed to building authentic relationships with all staff, children and families.Willing to work collaboratively with others in a flexible learning environment.Proven communication, organisational and time management skills.Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a spirit of collegiality within a team.Demonstrate capacity to lead and manage in ways that values and upholds high expectations of staff and students and that promote learning, growth and success.Demonstrate ability to reflect on one's own practise and commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth in the areas of education and leadership.Proven commitment to our Catholic Tradition and Community & Family Engagement.Applications should be addressed to the Principal Ms. Claire Pitcher and emailed directly to ******** with an application letter, current Curriculum Vitae and with the details of 3 current referees. Please note, interviews may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
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SMCM is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. Application ProceduresApplications should be addressed to the Principal, Ms. Claire Pitcher and emailed directly to ******** with an application letter, current Curriculum Vitae and with the details of 3 current referees.
Details:Address: 47 Farmhouse Boulevard
Epping North
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