Outdoor Education Teacher – Trinity Anglican School – Cairns, QLD

White Rock, Cairns Campus

Full-time position – to commence January 2025
Graduates welcome to apply

Trinity Anglican School is seeking applications for an Outdoor Education Teacher to join our award-winning Outdoor Education team, located in the beautiful tropical city of Cairns.

Is TAS for me?

You’re passionate about providing the tools for students to succeed and reach their academic potential. You’re excited about working in an environment that nurtures the individual strengths of students and fosters curiosity to create outstanding young global citizens. As a professional educator, you thrive when provided with the flexibility to individualise learning for each student.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of the premier teaching teams in Queensland. Founded in 1983, Trinity Anglican School (TAS), located in Cairns, inspires young men and women to be the best they can be. With a focus on Christian values and educational excellence, we develop individuals who contribute to the global community.

Check out our webpage at www.tas.qld.edu.au for more information about the leading independent school in Far North Queensland.

Is Cairns for me?

Living and working in a world-class holiday destination is as good as it sounds. Surrounded by beautiful green hills and on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns offers exceptional opportunities for outdoor education. The region’s diverse natural landscapes provide an ideal setting for outdoor learning, making it perfect for engaging and adventurous educational experiences. Enjoy all the benefits of modern conveniences with a laid-back lifestyle that supports the work-life balance you’ve been seeking.

Qualifications, experience and licenses

• Current Registration or able to be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers
• Knowledge of, and ability to use a variety of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, and TASS
• Current Queensland driver’s licence
• Current Queensland LR driver licence or higher
• Current Wilderness First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain
• Current Swift Water rescue certificate or equivalent
• Current Vertical rescue certificate or equivalent
• Experience in remote hiking and bushwalking, canoeing and kayaking on flat water and grade I and II moving water, abseiling, climbing natural and manmade surfaces and structures, caving, mountain biking, navigation, high and low ropes, camp site management including catering and hygiene, staff and student management and facilitation, driving 4wd vehicles and LR/MR buses, record keeping for results/assessment, petty cash reconciliation, logistical organisation and extended expedition skills in group/staff management.

Is this you?

At TAS, we’re looking for someone who is keen to take that next step in their teaching career at an independent school which prides itself on being both innovators and early adopters.

Whilst implementing ‘best practice’ curriculum in teaching areas to support the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of the students, you will work collaboratively to achieve the aims and objectives of the school and develop cooperative relationships that ensure the smooth operation of the Secondary School.

In addition to a strong commitment to continuous improvement in conjunction with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (AITSL), you will apply the Art and Science of Teaching (ASOT) by Robert Marzano and Essential Skills of Classroom Management (ESCM) which underpin the school’s pedagogical management approach.

TAS has a goal to inspire its staff and students to be the best they can be. As a new member of the TAS teaching team, you will receive the support you need and the challenges you crave to provide the top quality education for which TAS holds a strong reputation.

What we Offer:

• Attractive salary package
• Superannuation contributions up to 12.75%
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Salary packaging options to maximise your earnings
• Professional development opportunities and support for Early Career Teachers
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Staff discounts on school and kindergarten fees
• ASCA retail discounts
• Car hire discounts
• Use of the onsite pool and gym facilities

Suitability to work with children, students, and young people

TAS provides a safe and supportive learning environment and we achieve this through recruiting professional staff based on merit and suitability to work with children, students and young people.

To ensure your suitability to work with TAS, the following checks will be undertaken in the recruitment process:

• National Register Screen (Anglican School’s Commission)
• Reference Checks
• Child Protection Certificate

How do I apply?

Please provide the following information to be assessed for this position:

1. Your current résumé (including your employment history with functions or roles performed, dates of employment, major achievements or awards, and qualifications).
2. A statement of suitability telling us how you meet the primary responsibilities of this position.

All documents must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

We will process applications as they come through, so please apply today!

Applications close Saturday, 28 September 2024.