Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH770648
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2023
Are you passionate about teaching mathematics?
Darling Range Sports College is seeking a Mathematics Teacher to join our team of professionals. If you are a collaborative, dedicated and highly motivated Mathematics teacher we invite you apply to join our Independent Public School.
To be successful in this role you should be committed to maximising our students' potential and provide a relevant and engaging learning experience. The successful applicant should be able to teach Year 7 to 10 Mathematics, and ideally Senior School courses in mathematics, including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Mathematics to Year 12. Also, they will ideally have sound knowledge of the requirements of the Western Australian Curriculum, and have a keen passion to extend our gifted and talented students.
It will be highly regarded if applicants can display use of explicit instruction in providing quality teaching and learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Courses (Year 7-10), as well as capacity to use Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) in a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) context including the use of restorative practices to build rapport and manage student behaviour.
Darling Range Sports College provides sporting programs in AFL, Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Netball, Soccer, Swimming, Rugby, and Triathlon. Complementing our sporting programs are extensive opportunities to participate in the Academic Challenge and Enrichment Program ‘ACES’, the Music Program, the Vocational Educational Program and the Arts Program.
The College believes that talented athletes should not have to sacrifice their sport for their education or vice versa. Students should have opportunities to achieve success in all their endeavours.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers):
- Professional knowledge;
- Professional practice; and
- Professional engagement.
Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Darling Range Sports College can be found by visiting
darlingrangesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information:
Please contact Pip Smith, Head of Learning Area Mathematics, by telephoning (08) 9453 0100 or emailing Pip.Smith@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Owen Martin, Associate Principal on 0436 913 885.
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements; and
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement; and
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 25 October 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.