Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH546858
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2019.
Do you have a growth mindset for yourself and your students?
Do you have the attitude required to achieve long term professional goals? Do you have the commitment to be the best teacher you can be and the determination to give every child in your class the opportunity to succeed? If so, read on!
Upper Swan Primary School (USPS) is seeking to appoint a Teacher - Middle - Years 3-4. The successful applicant will be fully committed to achieving high professional standards.
We are looking for a dynamic educator who uses evidence based strategies to deliver the Western Australian Curriculum. As well as being highly effective in teaching Literacy and Numeracy; we are looking for someone to broaden learning opportunities through the integrated and innovative use of digital technology. The successful applicant should have the confidence to innovate and to not be afraid of the learning that comes with prospect of failure. The successful applicant will be team oriented and have the personal qualities that enable you to maintain a positive outlook.
As school needs change from year to year, it may be necessary to move between year levels and learning phases. The capacity and willingness to do so is highly desirable.
The majority of Upper Swan teachers have completed Professional Learning (PL) in Kagan Cooperative Learning, with the goal being to increase engagement at all stages of the learning process. The successful applicant, if they have not already done so, will complete training in Kagan PL, scheduled in holiday periods. School funds pay course costs and an allocation is made for the purchase of resources.
Over the last two years Upper Swan PS has had a major teacher development focus on the implementation of iStar connected practice. This teaching model is grounded on visible learning and gradual release principles with elements of explicit instruction and links to First Steps. iStar was developed by the W.A. Primary Principals’ Association. The successful applicant will have access to iStar professional learning.
Familiarity with the programs, strategies and resources we use is an advantage, but not essential as the successful applicant will be supported to get up to speed. Some examples of what we do include explicit teaching of strategies through guided reading, running records and miscue analysis, First Steps in English, explicit teaching using Diana Rigg’s Promoting Literacy Development (PLD) approach and Primary Connections in Science.
The ability to differentiate the curriculum for Students at Educational Risk (SAER), target and extension students will be highly regarded. Several classes have special needs students with an Education Assistant (EA) allocation to support the learning adjustments. The majority of our special needs students are on the autism spectrum.
The successful applicant will need a high level of professional standards and be committed to self-improvement. You will have the energy and enthusiasm to contribute to advancement of student achievement beyond your own classroom. The successful applicant should be a team player with a commitment to whole school approaches and the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, parents and staff.
Upper Swan PS is located in the Swan Valley close to where the Great Northern Highway crosses the Swan River. The school is in an idyllic location; surrounded by hobby farms, horse properties, vineyards and an orchard. The first school in Upper Swan opened in 1857. It closed then re-opened several times as the pioneer population fluctuated. It has operated continuously since 1905.
We are a mid-sized school with approximately 490 students enrolled for 2018. We are the school of choice for the greater northern area of the Swan Valley with 65% of our enrolments coming from outside our boundary. Our specialist areas are Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education, Drama, and Mandarin.
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.
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 Upper Swan Primary School can be found by visiting www.upperswanps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications
For further job related information:
Please contact Stephen Green, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9296 4622 or emailing Stephen.Green@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.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. 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.
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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; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- be eligible for, or registered with the Teacher Registration Board (TRB). Information regarding eligibility may be obtained by contacting TRB on (08) 9230 0600 or for Country callers 1300 652 911 or trb.wa.gov.au
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 Monday, 17 September 2018
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
