We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher – PEACs for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of April 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The Role
PEAC teachers are responsible for the planning, and delivery of supplementary extension and challenge programs for identified Gifted and Talented students in Years 5 & 6 in Primary Schools in the Western Australian public system. North Metropolitan PEAC also offers an Early Years Extension Program PEAC teachers work as part of a regional team to deliver an outcomes-focussed, differentiated curriculum for students identified as gifted and talented.
North Metropolitan PEAC aims to cultivate, active and successful learners with transferable critical and creative thinking skills, with access to authentic and challenging learning opportunities.
Applicants with the following attributes will be highly regarded:
- Experience in programming work that demonstrates practical use of relevant models of differentiation to cater for gifted students
- Advocacy of the special learning needs of high potential students
- Innovation, flexibility and autonomy
- Critical thinking, conceptual and strategic analytical skills
- Implementation of the current Western Australian Curriculum General Capabilities particularly in Creative and Critical Thinking and Personal and Social Capability
- Experience in catering for twice exceptional students
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience working collaboratively and flexibly within and across teams
- Expertise with IT equipment and software
- Professional and positive outlook
- Effective presentation and facilitation skills
- Knowledge of contemporary research related to Gifted and Talented students.
Responsibilities include:
- Development and delivery of engaging and challenging teaching and learning programs for gifted and talented students
- Assessment and reporting of student progress
- Participation in regional planning and program reviews
- Delivery of professional learning support and programs
- Maintaining contact with students’ school
- Provision of advice and support for parents
- Management of the student records
The North Metropolitan Education Region stretches across the metropolitan area from Mosman Park to Lancelin and east to Wooroloo. Placement could occur at various venues across the region and a willingness to work at more than one location across a week required.
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 Claire Backhouse, PEAC Program Co-ordinator, North Metropolitan Education Region, on 0429 390 169 or emailing claire.backhouse@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
- Compete 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 5 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 program.
- A CV of up to 4 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: DOE911457
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 August 2024
