SRE Teacher – Ku-ring-gai High School

Ku-ring-gai Christian Education Association Inc (KCEA) is an ecumenical association of local churches that provides Special Religious Education (SRE) at Ku-ring-gai High School. We are seeking to appoint a passionate and gifted SRE Teacher to deliver a regular SRE program to students in Years 7-10, and potentially to coordinate seminars for Years 11-12. The position has a three day a week workload.

KCEA invites applicants who have demonstrated experience in teaching the bible, building relationships, and enthusiasm for working with young people and a passion for sharing the good news of Jesus Christ in a professional classroom setting. Teaching qualifications and classroom experience are highly desirable, but anyone with the above ministry experience is encouraged to apply.

About the role: 

The SRE Teacher will:

• Prepare and deliver engaging lessons using the approved Think Faith (Youthworks) curriculum and materials
• Look to establish and coordinate a lunchtime Christian student group, fostering student leadership
• Prepare content for and edit the KCEA quarterly newsletter
• Liaise with and report to the KCEA Committee, including attendance at quarterly meetings and supporter prayer breakfasts/evenings
• Visit partner churches and share updates as needed

About you: 

We are looking for someone with:

• A love for Jesus and a passion for sharing the good news with young people in a professional classroom setting
• Demonstrated teaching experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships
• Experience with current teaching methods and classroom technology
• A theological qualification (or actively working towards one) from an approved institution
• A formal teaching qualification (desirable)
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and fulfil all compliance requirements for SRE teachers
• An acceptance of and commitment to proclaim the Christian Statement of Belief as defined by Scripture Union NSW at https://sunsw.org.au/about/what-we-believe/

Requirements: 

The successful applicant will:

• Hold a current Working with Children Check number
• Have completed church-based Child Protection Training within the past 3 years
• Hold or be willing to obtain SRE teacher authorisation

Salary will be paid in accordance with qualifications and experience guided by the NSW Department of Education pay scales.

Applications: 

Should be made by email to the KCEA Committee (attachments in MS Word or PDF)

Email: secretary.kcea@gmail.com

When submitting your application, please provide:

• Your current Working with Children check
• Proof of relevant qualifications including academic transcripts
• Church memberships and minister’s contact