Humanities Department Lead

5 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeEducator Full time $100,000 - $120,000
Lead Academic in Humanities

This full-time position requires an experienced educator to lead a team of educators and deliver high-quality teaching and learning in the humanities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing curriculum programs, leading and managing a team of teachers, providing professional development opportunities, and contributing to school-wide initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement curriculum programs that meet the needs of students;
  • Lead and manage a team of teachers to ensure effective delivery of the humanities curriculum;
  • Provide professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their practice;
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide initiatives;
  • Contribute to the development of policies and procedures that support student learning and well-being;

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Education or related field;
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a leadership role in education;
  • Proven track record of improving student outcomes through innovative teaching practices;
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team;
  • Willingness to contribute to the academic ethos of the institution.

Selection Criteria:

  • Scholarly approach to humanities education in a contemporary learning environment;
  • Experience in developing and delivering curriculum innovation;
  • Capacity to lead teaching teams and navigate the demands of the curriculum;
  • Commitment to supporting the academic ethos of the institution.

About this Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator to take on a leadership role in our humanities department. If you are passionate about education and have a proven track record of improving student outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

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