Formation Assistant: Casual marker Lutheran Education Australia North Adelaide, SA Admin / SSO / Non-Teaching Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time Applications Close: 13 October 2025 Casual markers provide support services to the LEA office through the assessment, moderation and feedback of Connect or Equip ePortfolios towards the achievement of nationally agreed Outcomes. Lutheran Education Australia (LEA) is committed to the mission and ministry of the Lutheran Church of Australia and New Zealand (LCANZ) through supporting quality education in which the gospel of Jesus Christ informs all learning and teaching, all human relationships and all activities. LEA operates on behalf of the LCANZ in partnership with regions, schools and early childhood services (ECS) in pursuit of this vision. In Lutheran education, our desire is to see every person thrive in their work and life. Staff bring their gifts, abilities, skills and talents to fruition as they strive to do their best through their vocations, relationships and interaction. Ultimately this leads to the successful use of their gifts, abilities, skills and talents for the benefit of others. As part of their employment conditions, staff in Lutheran education engage in the Connect and Equip professional learning programs. Connect and Equip ePortfolios provide evidence of learning by staff. Position Description: Reporting to the Director of Formation, the Formation Assistant: Casual marker provides support services to the LEA office through the assessment, moderation and feedback of Connect or Equip ePortfolios towards the achievement of nationally agreed Outcomes. Our casual marking pool provides opportunity for teachers to experience the assessment and moderation of ePortfolios, provide guidance to teachers and to network with other like-minded people in the Lutheran system. Casual markers assess ePortfolios on a flexible arrangement, with appropriate remuneration for their marking time. For 2025, the rate is $54.50 per item. General terms of appointment: The incumbent is required to: abide by all LCANZ and LEA policies and comply with procedures as applicable observe and comply with the LCANZ and LEA Work, Health & Welfare policies and procedures maintain the right to work in Australia preferably maintain current registration as a teacher in a state or territory of Australia maintain a current Working with Children Check which is satisfactory to LEA be responsible for understanding and demonstrating a commitment to the LCANZ Standards of Ethical Behaviour (www.lca.org.au/services-resources-training/policies/), Valuing Safe Communities standards, LEA’s Mission, Vision and Values, and to Growing Deep: LEA’s Leadership and Formation Framework. Key position responsibilities: work effectively as a member of the LEA support team uphold the values and teachings of the LCANZ act in accordance with principles of good practice and protocols maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information undertake tasks assigned by the Director of Formation, in particular, the assessing of Connect and/or Equip ePortfolios towards accreditation of staff in Lutheran education. Key selection criteria (Connect ePortfolio markers): current accreditation as a teacher in Lutheran education (At) accreditation as a leader is desirable (Al or ACL) preferably hold or be working towards a Masters in Educational Leadership or equivalent an interest, strong knowledge and practical understandings of Lutheran theological concepts that include grace, creation, community and vocation, and God’s Word for a school or ECS ability and confidence in assessment according to rubric criteria and prescribed learning outcomes excellent oral and written communication skills knowledge and competence in using Microsoft Office software (Word, Teams, OneNote) and other digital ePortfolio platforms experience in facilitating school-based Connect Sessions is advantageous. Key selection criteria (Equip ePortfolio markers): In addition to the criteria for Connect ePortfolio markers, Equip ePortfolio markers require: LEA Accreditation as a Christian Studies teacher (Ac) an understanding of Christian Studies and competence in using the Christian Studies Curriculum Framework advanced understanding and ability to articulate Lutheran theological concepts related to ‘Who is God?’ and ‘Who are we?’ levels of biblical literacy as they apply to ECS, primary and secondary contexts a strong understanding of pedagogical approaches used in Christan Studies, including the implications for learners, learning and the learning environment for people who obtained Ac without completing Equip, please be aware that the completion of Equip is advantageous to the marker role. Lutheran Education Australia represents the Lutheran schools and early childhood centres of the Lutheran Church of Australia. Today more than 40,000 young people receive education and care in 75 Lutheran schools and over 50 early childhood centres throughout Australia. Application Instructions Please prepare a written expression of interest which includes: A brief letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the criteria and your suitability to the role a curriculum vitae. Names of referees and contact phone numbers may be requested at a later stage. Email questions and/or written expressions of interest to: Dr Sue Kupke LEA Director of Formation lutheran.edu.au
