Junior School
o Professional learning meetings are currently scheduled on Wednesday afternoons between 3:00pm
and 4:30pm.
o Additional professional learning activities and forums are held throughout the year and staff will be
advised about their attendance.
- Undertake other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Junior School, Deputy
Head of Junior School and members of the Junior School Executive.
DUTIES FOR WHICH AN ADDITIONAL ALLOWANCE IS PAYABLE
Co-curricular Activities and Sport
- It is expected that all teachers will participate in co-curricular activities.
- Teachers may also be required to fill a position of responsibility for other Co-curricular activities including
House Patron, Chess, Debating, IGNITE Program facilitator or Athletics Coaching.
RELATIONSHIPS
The Head of Junior School
Specialist subject teachers are responsible to the Head of Junior School for the overall aspects of their work.
The Deputy Head of Junior School
Specialist subject teachers work in collaboration with the Deputy Head of Junior School (Pre-K to Year 6) to
ensure the effective administration of all matters relating to the Junior School.
The Director of Primary Curriculum (PYP Coordinator)
Specialist subject teachers work in collaboration with the Director of Primary Curriculum to ensure the
academic program in their subject area meets all requirements of NESA and the International Baccalaureate
Organisation.
The Director of Students (PreK – Year 6)
Specialist subject teachers work in collaboration with the Director of Students to ensure the pastoral care of
students.
The Director of JS Administration and Student Experience (PreK – Y6)
Specialist subject teachers work in collaboration with the Director of JS Administration and Student
Experiences to ensure the smooth operation of this section of the school.
Grade Coordinators
Specialist subject teachers collaborate with Grade/Stage Coordinators to ensure appropriate curriculum links
between their subject area and the PYP program of inquiry. They meet regularly with Coordinators and
grade teams to collaboratively plan effective teaching and learning units.
Staff Members
Specialist subject teachers work collegially with other teachers within the whole School (Pre-K to Year 12).
Parents and the wider community.
Specialist subject teachers represent the School in a positive and professional manner in accordance with
the School’s Mission, Vision and Values and Strategic Plan “Inspiring Global Hope”.
