IT and Software Teacher

• An exciting opportunity for a IT and Software Teacher
• Full time ongoing position, commencing Term 3, 2023
• Use our leading technology to teach the next generation

About the Role

The School is seeking to appoint an innovative, collaborative, and passionate IT teacher to join the Computing and Digital Technologies Department. The successful candidate will not only be an effective teacher and communicator but also highly technically competent in coding and programming. The ideal candidate will have programming experience in at least Python, Swift, or JavaScript along with HTML and CSS. Experience in algorithm design and computer science fundamentals (such as sorting algorithms, search algorithms, linked lists, hash tables, trees and graphs) would be highly regarded.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

• Experience teaching Information Technology in a similar teaching environment
• Proven passion for the learning and holistic development of students in and beyond the classroom
• Proven experience of modelling outstanding teaching practice in and beyond the classroom
• Proven subject expertise and the ability to teach inclusively across a broad age and ability range
• Proven commitment to collaborative professional engagement and professional learning
• Experience of, or willingness to train for, teaching the Australian Curriculum and, where relevant, the Higher School Certificate and/or the International Baccalaureate
• Enthusiastic commitment to participating in the School’s pastoral and co-curricular program
• Clear commitment to respecting the School’s Anglican ethos and spirit of inclusion
• Firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• Appropriate qualifications
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check; and
• Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 12.5% (for permanent team members)
• Staff awards programme and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• School fee concessions
• Onsite parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply.

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply’ button and submit the following documents:

• Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria on the Position Description)
• Resume/CV

CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.