Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH824930
Please be aware that as of 12:05pm Tuesday, 6 June 2023, The tenure on this advertisment has changed.
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2023 with possible extension and/or permanency
Are you an innovative teacher, looking to make a difference in outcomes for students throughout Western Australia and beyond, using both face-to-face and blended learning approaches?
Are you excited to be part of the change agenda at Western Australia’s only specialist blended learning, public school?
School Of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) is seeking to appoint a culturally responsive and aware Science teacher who is suitably qualified and experienced in teaching Psychology and either Biology or Human Biology.
SIDE offers a range of lower secondary and senior secondary Science subjects. The successful applicant will teach Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) Psychology and either ATAR Biology or ATAR Human Biology, as well as lower secondary Science. A strong knowledge of and proven success in teaching this curriculum area at all year levels is highly desirable.
SIDE is looking for a dynamic operator with excellent communication and public relation skills, who will bring classroom energy into our blended environment, inspiring and engaging our students throughout Western Australia and beyond. If you are excited about sharing your passion for Psychology and Science, working collaboratively in a team environment and immersing yourself in the blended teaching and learning space, this could be a role for you!
To be suitable for this role, you will ideally have:
- excellent classroom practice and a desire to contribute to improving outcomes for students
- a desire to learn and build on your capacity to deliver blended lessons and your quality teaching and learning practices
- a proven ability to develop and maintain positive student relationships
- a deep understanding of curriculum and assessment standards at ATAR level
- an ability to use data to review and adjust teaching and assessment programs in order to support student outcomes
- strong communication skills and a desire to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment
SIDE is a recognised leader in blended education in Australia and models exemplary practice in the use of both synchronous (Webex) and asynchronous (Moodle) platforms of instruction. Our practice is both contemporary and constantly evolving, making SIDE an exciting and dynamic place to work.
SIDE has a critical role within the Western Australian education system, supporting system needs and priorities. As a teacher at SIDE, you will have the opportunity to lead the delivery of high-quality programs to suit the varying contexts and needs of our students. All teaching staff are encouraged to participate in our regional visit travel program which allows them to meet and work face-to face with students in all parts of the state.
SIDE has a main campus in Leederville and teaching facilities at Canning College, Clarkson Community High School and Northlake Senior Campus. You may be required to work at any one of these or future venues.
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 School Of Isolated and Distance Education can be found by visiting side.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Experience and Qualifications
For further job related information
Please contact Nigel Wakefield, Deputy Principal SIDE, by telephoning (08) 9311 1400 or emailing Nigel.Wakefield@education.wa.edu.au or Natalie Cooper, Head Of Learning Area - Science SIDE by telephoning (08) 9311 1488 or emailing Natalie.Cooper@education.wa.edu.au
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 four (4) 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 four (4) 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; and
- meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 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 Monday 12 June 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS
ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
