Head Teacher Personal Development, Health and
12 hours ago
**Position Information**:
Marrickville High School is an inclusive and proud comprehensive public high school with a growing enrolment of 600 students that includes students in our five class Support Unit, and those students enrolled in our Intensive English Centre (IEC), which provides specialist English language development for recently arrived non-English speaking students. The student population has been steadily increasing over the last five years and is expected to continue to grow in coming years. 57% of students enrolled at the school are from language backgrounds other than English. 19 students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Our professional and enthusiastic staff are committed to providing all students with access to authentic learning experiences. Educating today's learners, who are tomorrow's leaders, is a responsibility that we take seriously and which underpins our high expectations culture. Data informed, differentiated classroom practices have been developed and refined in a strong culture of professional learning and collaboration. Students are encouraged to strive for their best and extra and cocurricular programs in creative and performing arts and sport enable students to excel in areas of interest and talent. We are recognised for our focus on continued improvement in collaboration with our aspirational community.
In addition, our extensive grounds allow students to pursue a range of extra-curricular activities. The school has strong community partnerships and an active P&C who foster a mutually respectful relationship with the school to support and help inform programs and initiatives.
**Selection Criteria**:
Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria,
1. Demonstrated understanding of, and ability to effectively lead the implementation of the new PDHPE curriculum.
- 2. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with the Executive on whole school initiatives and strategic improvement.
- 3. Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the broader community.
- 4. Proven ability to enhance a culture of high expectations and achievement in school sport, providing equitable opportunities for all students.
**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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