Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH565504
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2019 with possible extension and/or permanency
Morawa District High School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 3/4 Primary Teacher to join their highly successful team.
To be successful for this position, you will demonstrate a passion for teaching; embrace the Independent Public School philosophy, exhibit exemplary professional skills and personal presentation.
The successful applicant will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be a highly effective classroom teacher and be capable of engaging and motivating students to achieve their academic, social and emotional potential in a safe supportive environment. The successful applicant will have evidence based; innovative teaching practices and is able to cater for individual needs. Personal growth is a critical element for professional success in our culture, and the successful applicant will be committed to ongoing professional development to ensure adherence to school priorities and direction of the school business plan.
As a teacher at our school, you will have a demonstrated passion for explicit teaching; have highly developed organisation and interpersonal skills, a thirst for student achievement and a willingness to inspire learning in others. Morawa District High School has high expectations of student effort and teacher efficacy.
Morawa District High School is a K-12 rural school with approximately 170 students, with approximately 35% Aboriginal students and 6.72% with special needs. We have a welcoming and supportive staff who work together to improve the learning outcomes of all students. We have a strong professional learning and coaching program to support new staff to grow their skills and we offer many opportunities to attend professional learning.
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 Morawa District High School can be found by visiting http://morawadistricthighschool.com or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
Appointed applicants may be eligible for Recognition for Teachers - Prior Service and Qualifications
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Tonia Carslake, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Morawa, by telephoning (08) 9971 0900 or emailing Tonia.Carslake@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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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 www.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 Friday, 14 December 2018
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.