Junior School Classroom Teacher: Stage 3 Classroom Parental Cover, 2027 Academic Year)

Location:

Masada College, 9-15 Link Road, St Ives, NSW 2075

Reports to:

Head of Junior School

Key Stakeholders:

College Principal, Head of Junior School, Head of Learning and Teaching, Head of Academic Care and Learning Support,  All Junior School Teachers and Assistants and all Junior School Students

About Masada College

Masada College is a leading Jewish educational institution that integrates a premium academic program with a strong commitment to inclusivity. We welcome Jewish children from every denomination as well as non-Jewish students, fostering a diverse and supportive community. With a focus on academic excellence, resilience, hard work, community, and collaboration, grounded in Jewish values, students are equipped to achieve their full potential. Masada encourages students to excel not only academically but also personally, developing the skills and character needed to thrive. Guided by the belief that “Goodness Makes Greatness,” the College instills values of respect, kindness, and responsibility, empowering students to make a positive impact on the world.

Role Summary

The Classroom Teacher is required to inspire and encourage our students to become proficient and accomplished learners, ensuring that the NSW curriculum is delivered to students in a clear and supportive manner. 

This role is to teach in a Stage Three classroom (either Year 5 or Year 6) and is a 12 month parental leave cover. 

The cover is for the 2027 academic year.

Benefits of Working At Masada College

• Complimentary on-site parking
• Access to novated leasing arrangements
• Additional leave for Jewish holidays
• No Saturday sport commitments

Key Accountabilities

• Demonstrate excellence as a classroom teacher;
• Develop innovative programmes that align with the NSW syllabus for the relevant year group;
• Oversee the class budget;
• Keep up to date with educational developments;
• Encourage participation in Jewish and wider Community events, as appropriate;
• Knowledge of curricula and NESA syllabus requirements;
• Plan and implement teaching strategies that encourage an inquiring, experiential and co-operative learning approach;
• Understanding and experience of teaching and learning as part of a culture of thinking community (preferable);
• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback to students and parents and make adjustments to teaching strategies as necessary;
• Perform administrative and organisational aspects of the role;
• Use Information Technology within the workplace;
• Support Masada’s ethos and values and work co-operatively with other staff (K to 12) and members of the School Community;
• Support school wide initiatives and policies;
• Foster educational excellence through positive interactions with students, parents and the wider community;
• Attend staff meetings and professional learning sessions; and
• Ability to team teach in a fluid learning space

Key Attributes

• Keen interest in pedagogy;
• Willingness to adopt new approaches; 
• Strong communication and organisational skills;
• Open minded;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;
• Able to collaborate with all staff;
• High energy levels;
• Team player;
• Flexible;
• Respectful of all people and their learning needs regardless of their religious affiliation; 
• Proactive and proficient in IT, such as Google Suite;
• Be a role model to our students

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the Masada College Careers page. Provide a cover letter outlining why you are suitable for the role, along with an up-to-date copy of your resume detailing your previous experience as it relates to this role. To apply for this position, you will need to be an Australian Citizen/Resident or have a current Australian work visa.

All applicants must have (or are willing to obtain) a NSW Working With Children Check Number. 

Masada College provides a dynamic working environment where staff are valued, and students are committed to learning. All appointments will be based on merit selection without reference to the religion of applicants. Empathy and support of the Jewish School ethos is essential.