Santa Maria College is a Catholic Girls’ Secondary School enriched with the tradition of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan catering for over 800 students from Year 7–12. Authorised as an International Baccalaureate global school, Santa Maria College offers the Middle Years Program (Year 7–10) as part of their contemporary approach to learning. Santa Maria College promotes the safety, wellbeing, protection and inclusion of all children and young people.

At Santa Maria College, our vision of One Community, Three Villages embodies our commitment to educate young women now and into the future. Acutely aware of the interdependence between Faith, Learning and Wellbeing, our curriculum aims to naturally wed the IB Program and the values of the Good Samaritans.

About you:

• Experience teaching methods listed
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong understanding of the developmental needs of adolescents and emerging young adults.
• Proficient in the use of ICT for communication and record keeping.
• Interpersonal skills appropriate to establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff and parents, particularly the ability to work as a member of a team.
  
• Organisation and administrative skills appropriate for planning and preparation
• VIT Certification
• Commitment to supporting the College’s relational management and restorative practices.
• Maintain a positive environment which is respectful of all present and fosters student learning and motivation.
  
• Participate in the College's professional development activities in and out of school hours.
• Participate in the College's extra-curricular and co-curricular programs as required.
• Experience with Mandatory Reporting and knowledge of Child Safety expectations and standards.

For a detailed scope of the role, please view the below position description. If you think you have the right skills and passion to take the next step in your career, please apply now by completing the attached Application Form alongside your resume and cover letter to christie.alki@santamaria.vic.edu.au.

All children and young people who come to Santa Maria College have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment. We regard our child safety obligations and responsibilities with the utmost importance. All Staff are required to adhere to the College’s Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.