Position Title: Secondary Design and Technology Teacher
Award: Independent schools NSW MEA 2017-2021
Responsible to: Head of School

The School

Lorien Novalis Steiner School is situated in the Hills District of Sydney, about 45 minutes to the northwest of the city, nestled in over 6 hectares of lush bushlands and landscaped gardens. The school has been offering a rich and creative Steiner curriculum for 50 years and has built a strong reputation for the diverse and engaging education that it provides.

The Position

To provide caring, creative, and engaging educational programs in Technology, Design and Technology and Science education for secondary students working with the pedagogical and artistic indications of Rudolf Steiner and the Lorien Novalis’ ethos.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a nurturing, positive learning environment
• Implement secondary Technology and Science Learning Program including the development and regular review of creative, engaging and effective Teaching/Learning and Assessment Programs that meet he requirements of both Steiner education and NESA, as well as the individual needs of students.
• Work within teams of teachers to plan, develop and evaluate the curriculum and teaching/learning programs.
• Work within and manage WH&S requirements related to this position.
• Organize and participate in school sport, excursions, camps and outdoor education program as required.
• Develop and maintain positive and supportive relationships and to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents and carers.
• Participate in school based professional learning, including attendance of staff meetings, and take responsibility for ongoing self-study of Steiner Education and Anthroposophy.
• A willingness to participate in aspects of the Lorien Novalis community, including co-curricular activities such as Festivals, Plays and Open Days

Key Selection Criteria

• Strong background in teaching Technology (7&8), Electives (9 & 10) and some aspects of junior science.
• General understanding of the principals and practices of Steiner education.
• Interest and Experience in working practically in a workshop setting.
• Working with our school farmer and gardeners in the delivery of the schools agriculture program.
• Ability to develop interesting and effective learning programs and resources.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience of working in teams and ability to be a willing and enthusiastic team member.
• Proven commitment to ongoing professional learning.

Essential:

• Secondary teaching qualifications appropriate to the position that meet NESA requirements.
• Hold a current WWCC (Working With Children Check).

Desirable:

• Bus Licence
• Experience teaching in Steiner schools and understanding of the principles of Steiner/Waldorf education
• Steiner teaching qualifications

Apply in writing by emailing in one PDF your resume, three referees, qualifications, WWCC and a covering letter addressing the selection criteria to:-

Dr Konrad Korobacz (Principal) [email protected] 

Applications close on 15th November 2023.

Earlier expressions of interest will be considered upon receipt, which may lead to interviews before this date.