Chief Academic Officer

2 weeks ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $96,000 - $124,000
Education Leadership Opportunity

An exceptional opportunity has become available for a skilled primary teacher with demonstrated leadership capabilities to lead the education team of Tagai State College.

Masig Island Campus is one of 16 primary campuses making up Tagai State College, spread across 48,000 square kilometres of ocean in the Torres Strait. The College also has a Secondary campus and partners with the TAFE campus located on Thursday Island.

The current enrolment at Masig Campus is approximately 45 students ranging from Kindergarten to Year 6. The campus has 2 teachers, teacher aides, local staff and a teaching Head of Campus. For most students, English is an additional language.

Yorke Island is a coral cay situated in the central island group in the Torres Strait, 2.7km in length and 800m at its widest point. The traditional language of Yorke Islands is a local dialect of Kalaw Lagaw Ya and the island has a population of around 250 people.

The Role

Language and cultural activities play a vital part in the school curriculum. We are seeking a highly effective instructional leader who can enact and monitor the Explicit Improvement agenda. This is an opportunity for a high-achieving leader to continue their leadership journey and build a rewarding career educating students in this unique environment.

Tagai State College provides support to leaders through a team of experienced educators.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities
  • Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Uphold the principalship as a values-based, ethical and moral activity.
  • Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
  • Set high standards for student and staff performance.
  • Participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
  • Form partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
  • Be futures-oriented and strategic.

This role requires a capable leader who can manage resources effectively to achieve goals. We welcome applicants who can bring their skills and experience to this challenging and rewarding role.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

When working in regulated employment, an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

Tagai State College is a family-inclusive workplace.

Occupational Group: Education & Training

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