Secondary Tas Teacher

The role of the Secondary TAS Teacher is to deliver high-quality Christian teaching and learning programs aligned with the TAS curriculum. This includes fostering student engagement and skill development in areas such as Design and Technology, Food Technology, Industrial Technology, Software Engineering, and other practical based disciplines.

• Organisation Environment

Belmont Christian College operates within a unique and spiritually nurturing environment that combines strong academic and wellbeing foundations with Christian values. The College is a leading Christian P-12 school in the Newcastle region that has experienced growth in recent years with over 900 students and 150 members of staff.

The Secondary TAS Teacher inspires students to see their design endeavours as part of a greater purpose, emphasising that work—whether in Design, Engineering, Software or Food Technology—can be meaningful and fulfilling when aligned with God's values as a way to serve humanity and improve human flourishing.

As many of our areas are continuously advancing, TAS teachers need to be proactive in sourcing and developing resources that engage, inspire, and challenge students, while ensuring lessons remain safe, relevant, organised and impactful.

• Key Accountabilities
• Christian Leadership

Demonstrate a Christ-like example in the College ensuring that :

• All activities are undertaken with a strong Christian commitment and focus.
• Christian servant leadership is exercised with staff, students, parents, and the wider community.
• Perform day-to-day duties prayerfully and consistent with a Biblical lifestyle with the aim of bringing glory to God. Ensure Strategies and actions are aligned to the College's vision and mission. And Conduct is aligned to behaviours outlined in the Statement of Faith and Codes of Conduct.
• Technology Integration and Practical environment
• Use CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to 3D model design projects.
• Manage the practical environment to ensure students are learning in a safe environment.
• Utilise CAM technology including 3D printers and laser cutter.
• Equip students to use technology in the development of digital portfolios to communicate student design management folios.

Effectively incorporate technology to enhance learning outcomes.

Ensure smooth transitions between theoretical and practical lessons.

• Classroom and Activity Preparation
• Inspect, maintain and prepare equipment ready for student use.
• Organise and prepare materials suitable for each lesson.
• Maintain an organised classroom environment conducive to safe and effective learning. Ensure timely setup and safety of classrooms and equipment.

Maintain tools and materials for practical activities.

• Teaching and Curriculum Delivery
• Equip students with real-world design and practical skills through engaging, project-based learning.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit diverse learning styles and encourage active participation and skill development.
• Foster innovation and creativity, encourage students to think critically and develop unique solutions to real-life problems.

Deliver engaging, curriculum-based lessons with practical and theoretical components.

Supervise student safety in workshops and labs.

Adapt teaching methods to diverse learning needs.

• Parental Communication and Liaison
• Communicate with parents about student progress and concerns through meetings, calls, or scheduled events.

Communicate regularly with parents on student progress.

• Student Safety and Supervision
• Follow WHS procedures in all practical lessons.
• Oversee students during recess, lunch, and bus zones, ensuring safety and positive behavior.
• Supervise weekly sports sessions, promoting teamwork and physical activity.

Monitor student behavior during recess, lunch to ensure student safety.

Supervise weekly sports sessions to encourage teamwork.

• Excursions, school musical and sporting events
• Supervise students during musical events, excursions and sports carnivals, ensuring safety and compliance with school policies.
• Facilitate student engagement in off-campus learning activities while maintaining constant vigilance. Adhere to WHS requirements and ensure surveillance, student safety and safety compliance
• Non-Teaching Time
• Dedicate time to lesson planning, administrative tasks, correcting student work, preparing resources, and responding to communications.

Quality of Work : Meeting school standards for lesson plans, administrative tasks, and corrected student work.

• Complete tasks like reviewing resources, purchasing supplies, and organizing materials, which may occur during or outside school hours.

Time Management : Completing tasks on time, including resource preparation and communication. Efficiency : Effective use of time during and outside school hours.

• Staff Meetings
• Attend general and departmental meetings, either in person or via teleconference,