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About this job
Position Information
Asquith Public School, opened in 1930, is in northern Sydney and acknowledges the Dharug and Guringai peoples as traditional custodians of our land. The school is committed to excellence and equity in learning and wellbeing for all. Authentic, high quality educational opportunities are provided to allow every child to connect, succeed and thrive. In partnership with the community, the school values a collaborative, nurturing and respectful culture placing students at the heart of the school. The grounds include a protected Turpentine Forest, and the tranquil sights and surrounds of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are nearby.
Student population is approximately 400 students, across 16 mainstream classes and 3 support classes. Students are empowered to be critical and creative thinkers, equipped with the knowledge and compassion to live rewarding lives as engaged citizens in a complex and dynamic society. A diverse range of additional educational activities is provided to allow growth and development in a multitude of ways. Positive Behaviour for Learning is promoted through the school values of Pride, Respect and Responsibility.
General Selection Criteria
1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs
3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams
4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents
5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning
6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy
Specific Selection Criteria
In addition to the general selection criteria,
Approval to teach special education and/or experience teaching students with autism, intellectual disabilities, challenging behaviours and complex and diverse needs, including students impacted by trauma who may have mental health / emotional disturbances.
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively, proactively and professionally with a diverse community of colleagues, parents, carers, school learning and support officers, and support agencies to enhance outcomes for students with specific learning needs and to build a culture of inclusion.
High-level organisational and management skills to balance classroom teaching with the complex administration demands of the Assistant Principal role, in line with Department of Education policies and procedures.
Demonstrated commitment to student wellbeing and a proven ability to implement high quality differentiated curriculum, including the development and implementation of student individualised learning plans using evidence-based practices that impact positively on student engagement.
Conditions
An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.
Special Notes
Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here.
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