This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.9FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Como Secondary College (SC) is an independent public school with students in Years 7 to 12 located between Manning Road and Canning Highway in the City of South Perth. The school has four very successful Department of Education endorsed specialist programs: Golf, Hockey, Music and Enriched Mathematics, Information Technology and Science (EMITS). Students from around Western Australia and overseas are enrolled in these programs. In 2019 the College commenced a school based enrichment program for students pursuing their passion in Literature and the Arts. This program offers students with aptitude in English and The Arts the opportunity to refine and build on their talents in a tailored, stimulating and dynamic environment. The Arts in education provides students with the opportunity to engage the mind, the body and emotions into a collaborative expression of all that it means to be human. Through study and performance, students explore and present great themes and ideas.
Como SC has a school wide approach to teaching that is based on explicit instruction and the application of the principles of effective instruction and feedback. Explicit teaching at Como is defined as those actions which a teacher takes to clearly and in detail impart knowledge or instruct someone how to do something leaving no room for confusion or doubt. It is a very active process that can be thought of as the engineering of effective learning environments.
Find out more about our school by visiting como.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Como SC is seeking a highly motivated and effective teacher of the Western Australian Curriculum with a focus on Media Arts.
The successful applicant will ideally be committed to promoting and fostering student engagement and academic achievement in a supportive environment where success is celebrated. Flexibility and the willingness to teach other subjects within The Arts is needed as well as a commitment to personal and professional growth. The successful applicant should exhibit high standards of professionalism and will ideally embrace opportunities for collaboration within the college community and neighbouring schools.
The successful applicant for this position will ideally be student and relationship focused, innovative and motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in team environments. You will ideally possess the professional knowledge, understandings and experience to develop and implement an engaging and relevant secondary Arts curriculum. Ideally, you will exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and engage in regular self-reflection. Another key attribute is the ability to create environments conducive to learning and provide educational opportunities that are purposeful and relevant. The ability to contribute to extra-curricular Arts events and clubs is desired and work cohesively with team members on whole college Arts events.
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.
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Shanahan Mooney, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9365 2000 or emailing shanahan.mooney2@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Shanahan Mooney, Deputy Principal on 0461 596 502.
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 (2) 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 four (4) 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 two (2) 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/TCH920548
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 21 October 2024
