Head Teacher Teaching - Sydney, Australia - NSW Government -Teaching Service

NSW Government -Teaching Service

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Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Position Information:

Asquith Girls High School is committed to developing young women who are independent and responsible learners and leaders, able to work cooperatively as future citizens.

The school prides itself on its holistic approach to education and enjoys a high standing in its community.

There are many opportunities for students to achieve personal excellence in the areas of academic studies, sport, leadership, performing and creative arts, citizenship, and co-curricular activities.

The effective implementation of PERMA, Restorative Justice and Mediation practices, and the Asquith Individualised Mentoring Coach initiative continue to be our major priorities in our future-focused teaching and learning culture for every student to achieve and thrive.

The excellent academic and extra-curricular achievements of our 600 students, not only reflect the hard work, but also the dedication of our caring and professional staff.

Our school community is highly engaged and contributes to whole school decisions and endorses the school's Strategic Directions.

Selection Criteria:

Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position.

In addition to the general selection criteria, demonstrated capacity to lead transformational pedagogies that promote the use of effective evidence-based teaching practices and create a school culture focused on continually learning how to improve teacher effectiveness and student learnership and agility.

Proven capacity to lead, motivate, coach, and enthuse teachers and Middle Leaders in their ongoing professional practice to transform classrooms into learning spaces where every student has the capacity and confidence to learn successfully.

Demonstrated high ability to support and mentor multidisciplinary teams, including beginning teachers, in designing and embedding innovative practices to address the Literacy, Numeracy, and High Potential and Gifted needs of our diverse learners.

Experience and demonstrated achievement in the successful development and implementation of a professional learning program to identify whole school teaching and learning patterns and align these with champion educators to improve school's performance within the current educational reforms and the school's strategic directions.

A progressive member of the leadership team with demonstrated exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in consulting, negotiating, and liaising with the school's key stakeholders and the wider educational community.

General Selection Criteria:

Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs
Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams
Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents
Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning
Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policies

Conditions:

Special Notes:

The Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools are located here.

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