Position InformationRamsgate Public School, with an enrolment of 480 students, focuses on the development of the whole child, equipping students with an understanding of key values chosen by the whole school community, as well as embedding learner dispositions which provide students with a toolkit of strategies to set them up for success in their pursuit of excellence. Student wellbeing is underpinned by Positive Behaviour for Learning, which helps students connect, succeed, and thrive. A team of dedicated and collegial staff are committed to the provision of quality teaching and learning programs to support students in achieving optimal growth in the focus areas of Literacy and Numeracy. Strategically designed professional learning, with a balance of curriculum, wellbeing, and school culture, ensures ongoing improvement in teacher pedagogy and practice and improved student outcomes. The provision of a wide range of extra-curricular activities cultivates students' desire to strive for their best in any endeavour, with the community greatly valuing the sport, fitness, and creative and performing arts programs.Selection CriteriaApproval to teach infants and/or primary (K-6) with demonstrated capacity and experience in balancing exemplary classroom practice and coordination of the complex leadership and management role of an Assistant Principal.Demonstrated expertise in leading and inspiring quality teaching and learning, with a strong focus on explicit teaching and curriculum reform, and a proven ability to mentor and guide staff in implementing data-informed, evidence-based practices that drive continuous improvement.A high level of empathy and complex problem-solving skills to best meet the learning and well-being needs of students to build upon a positive and inclusive school.General Selection CriteriaSuccessful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning, and classroom practice.Knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs.Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams.Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff, and parents.Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning.Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy.ConditionsAn unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.Special NotesApplicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.About the NSW Department of EducationThe Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives, and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here. To ensure that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format.
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