Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH599964
Please note, as of 4:00pm on 22 October 2019, there has been an amendment to the contact person for this advertisement
Appointment Pool
Mount Lawley Senior High School is seeking inspirational and dedicated English Literacy Specialist teachers for appointment to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies, which may arise during the 2020 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2020 school year.
The focus of the position is to use evidence based strategies to engage and progress students with literacy related learning difficulties. The successful applicants will also be required to work with teachers to embed literacy improvements across all learning areas ensuring the specific literacy needs of our students. The ability to work with colleagues to develop literacy skills and an ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills is necessary.
The Literacy Specialist Teacher will be required to teach literacy support and mainstream English classes. The successful applicants will have proven experience, demonstrating a repertoire of strategies that apply skills, knowledge and understanding to improve literacy outcomes for all students. A strong knowledge and application of curriculum and whole school literacy development is essential.
Applicants will require a strong knowledge of NAPLAN and OLNA preparation. They will also be able to interpret data from NAPLAN and OLNA and ensure that they are able to value add to the development of literacy within the NAPLAN and OLNA context and whole school literacy.
Staff will reflect in their work a personal commitment to the values of the school: excellence, respect, perseverance and learning. There is an expectation that staff engage in reflective practice, informed by a close examination of student performance data and respond with relevant improvement plans. Teachers should work collaboratively with peers and within their various teams as part of a professional learning community.
There is an expectation that all staff employed by the school have a focus on pastoral care and a commitment to forming positive working relationships with students. Staff will engage with parents to assist student learning and ensure there are no surprises about student progress.
Founded in 1955, Mount Lawley Senior High School was rebuilt in 2004 and is located within a residential suburb 5 kilometres north of the Perth CBD. It comprises three sub-schools; Years 7 & 8, Years 9 & 10 and Years 11 & 12. It hosts one of two Gifted and Talented Languages programs in the state, an approved Specialist Visual and Performing Arts program, a Jazz Music program and the innovative Aboriginal Excellence Program. A premier school in Western Australia, Mount Lawley Senior High School offers a breadth of curriculum choices and has a rich history of student success and achievement.
A major strength of the school is its strong links and partnerships with parents, alumni and the broader community. Parents continue to play a key role in planning for the future and participate in all aspects of school life. All staff at Mount Lawley Senior High School are committed to the provision of learning programs that cater for all post-school destinations including university, TAFE and employment.
With the school vision of Inspire to Aspire and a motto of Truth and Courtesy, there is an expectation that staff and students commit to the attainment of personal best and excellence in all aspects of school life.
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 Mount Lawley Senior High School can be found by visiting www.lawley.wa.edu.au or Schools Online or by downloading the relevant attachment below.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for recognition of prior service.
For further job related information:
Please contact Renae Hill, Associate Principal, by telephoning (08) 9471 0300 or emailing renae.hill@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 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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position;
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (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.
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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; 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 Wednesday, 23 October 2019
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.