About Brisbane Girls Grammar SchoolBrisbane Girls Grammar School provides a broad, liberal education for girls from Years 7 to 12, establishing the educational foundation for young women to contribute confidently to their world with wisdom, imagination, and integrity. One of Australias leading girls schools, Brisbane Girls Grammar School is an academically non-selective independent school, established in 1875 as one of Queenslands original Grammar schools.Job DescriptionAbout the roleBrisbane Girls Grammar School''s dedicated Outdoor Education campus, the Marrapatta Memorial Outdoor Education Centre, is a picturesque campus nestled in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, just two hours north of Brisbane. Marrapatta creates a space for immersive and engaging educational experiences beyond the classroom.The School is currently seeking applications for an experienced full-time Teacher, specialising in Outdoor Education, to join the dedicated team at the Marrapatta Campus. If you have a deep commitment to inspiring students through engaging outdoor activities and adventures, we encourage you to apply.Your key responsibilities as an Outdoor Education Teacher will include:delivering the Outdoor Education Program to studentssupporting the residential care of students, including overnight and campout locationssupervising and guiding students (individual and group facilitation) during outdoor pursuits and activities, including canoeing, kayaking, bushwalking, orienteering, mountain biking, challenge ropes course and rock climbing/abseilingfollowing the procedures for ensuring the health and wellbeing of students in the residential setting, including the promoting of positive relationships, medication and allergy management, dietary requirements and first aidinvolvement in the Duke of Edinburgh''s Award Scheme or Outward Boundassisting in the planning, administration, resource production and preparation of other activitiesDesired Skills and ExperienceYou will also have:current Queensland College of Teachers registration (or eligibility to apply)comprehensive understanding of and expertise in the delivery of an Outdoor Education Programrelevant instructional and/or proficiency certificates in a range of outdoor pursuits, including canoeing, kayaking, bushwalking, orienteering, mountain biking, challenge ropes course and rock climbing/abseilingability to follow procedures to ensure health and wellbeing of students, including dispensing of medication, management of allergies and dietary requirements, and promotion of positive relationshipsability to work collaboratively and energetically within a high-performing school cultureexperience in driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle off-roadManual Drivers LicenseWhy work for us?Staff at Girls Grammar have access to a range of employee benefits, including:extensive career and professional development opportunities14.25% Superannuationsalary packaging optionsinclusion in the Schools Salary Continuance Plan (eligible staff)generous long service and paid parental leave (eligible staff)an active social club with events and activities offered throughout the yearwellbeing services, including Mindfulness and Employee Assistance Programsexcellent facilities with innovative technologya collegial and supportive working environmentHow to ApplyWe look forward to receiving your application.Please visit our Careers site to apply and learn more about joining Girls Grammar.Your application should include:a cover letter to the Principal addressing your suitability for the roleconfirmation of Australian work rights eligibilityFor any enquiries, please contact Brigitte Bickham, our Human Resources Manager, on 07 3332 1307.Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Outdoor Education Teacher