Head Teacher English

2 weeks ago

Illawarra, Australia NSW Government -Teaching Service Full time

**Position Information**:
Smith’s Hill High School has an enrolment of 740 students and is an academically selective school situated in central Wollongong. The school seeks to promote excellence in a spirit of trust and cooperation with an inclusive culture focused on the education of the whole student through a challenging curriculum, a diverse range of extracurricular activities and significant student leadership opportunities. It has dedicated and experienced staff, interested and engaged parents and motivated students with a genuine love of learning.

**Selection Criteria**:
Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position.

In addition to the general selection criteria, demonstrated ability to be an enthusiastic and proactive leader, with the capacity to work collaboratively as a productive member of the school executive team.

Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that address whole school priorities within the context of the school’s strategic directions.

Demonstrated understanding of and capacity to lead staff in supporting the learning needs of a diverse range of high potential and gifted students.

Demonstrated ability to lead the effective use of information communication technologies to enhance quality teaching practices.

Demonstrated ability to develop and support extra-curricular programs that promote an inclusive culture focused on the education of the whole student.

**General Selection Criteria**:
1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice

2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs

3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams

4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents

5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning

6. 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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