This is a twelve (12) month part-time (0.6FTE) fixed term position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and /or permanency.
West Leederville Primary School (PS) is a unique school, located 3 kilometres from the city of Perth and caters for over 580 students. It has a strong sense of community, and values collaborative partnerships in the delivery of education. Students, staff, and parents work together to support, enhance, and develop a positive school environment. West Leederville enjoys a particularly strong parent and community involvement through the Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) and the School Board.
Find out more about our school by visiting West Leederville Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
West Leederville (PS) is seeking a dedicated, highly competent and enthusiastic Japanese teacher to join our team. We are looking for a contemporary Languages teacher who is passionate about languages and engages students in learning about Japanese language and culture.
They should have an excellent understanding of the Japanese: Second Language WA Curriculum, providing students with essential communication skills in Japanese, an intercultural capability, and an understanding of the role of language and culture in communication.
A strong understanding of evidence-based teaching practices, such as explicit teaching pedagogies, differentiated instruction, high impact teaching strategies, and the science of learning should underpin their specialist learning area expertise.
We are looking for dedicated educators who are child focused and have high expectations of student achievement and teacher efficacy. The ability to collaborate will be highly regarded, as will the capacity to form professional and positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community.
As a Positive Behaviour School (PBS) school, West Leederville PS staff provide a safe, caring supportive environment, and value quality partnerships and positive relationships. The commitment to developing a positive school culture that is student centred and supports their social, emotional, behavioural and academic needs, is an essential component of this role..
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
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Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kirsten Dicker, Principal on (08) 9366 9750 or by emailing Kirsten.Dicker@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
- consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
- Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A statement of up to two (2) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH933619
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 22 November 2024.
