Head Teacher Social Sciences

2 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia NSW Government -Teaching Service Full time

**Position Information**:
Penrith Selective High School is a fully academically selective high school with a coeducational enrolment of 936 students, including 88% of students from a non-English speaking background. The school has a strong commitment to differentiated teaching and learning to meet the needs of highly gifted learners in addition to supporting students and their wellbeing across all domains of giftedness.

Our highly skilled and dedicated teachers focus on quality teaching and learning with an emphasis and understanding of strategies that meet the needs of gifted and talented students, including those who are twice exceptional (2e). We develop students who are innovative thinkers, confident and self-motivated learners who possess strong ethical values. The school has active links with Australian and overseas based universities, its community and the broader world. Our students thrive in an atmosphere which provides for Talent Development Opportunities, including co-curricular learning experiences, strong enrichment opportunities and programs for students with interests and passions in sport, creative and performing arts, leadership and school & community service. We offer extensive student leadership opportunities that contribute to a positive school ethos and a philosophy of social justice. The school values the positive contribution that parents and alumni play in the school's culture.

**Selection Criteria**:
Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria,

1. Demonstrated expert knowledge of a broad range of Social Sciences curriculum and assessment with the capacity to lead the development and implementation of innovative, differentiated and high-quality teaching and learning programs that meet the needs of high potential and gifted students.

2. Demonstrated exemplary teaching and proven ability to lead teachers in the analysis of data to inform strategic planning, create opportunities for student growth and implement evidence-based, innovative pedagogical practice to improve student outcomes.

3. Demonstrated highly effective communication, organisation and collaborative skills that develop and support a cohesive Social Sciences faculty with an ability to lead collegial professional learning to improve student outcomes.

4. Demonstrated capacity to work as a highly effective, proactive and collaborative member of the school executive team in the implementation and evaluation of school strategic directions and whole school initiatives.

**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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