Position Information James Meehan High School is a community-based comprehensive secondary school with a population of approximately 406 students situated at Macquarie Fields. The school is culturally diverse, with 29 cultural groups represented across 27 language backgrounds. 50% of students have a language background other than English. 32% of students are from a Pacific Islander background, while another 14% are from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background. The school provides the opportunity to engage students from low socio-economic status communities through a variety of high-quality programs including literacy development, student support, technology and quality teaching. Strong welfare programs and community involvement include proactive links with the Pacific Islander and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities. A Special Education Unit consists of 6 classes which serves the needs of students with intellectual and emotional disabilities and autism. Selection Criteria Selection Criteria Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria, Highly developed problem solving and organisational skills to effectively manage the demands of whole school administration to facilitate the efficient daily operations of the school. Demonstrated high level skills and expertise to build and implement a school timetable that is responsive to school curriculum and student needs. Demonstrated high level interpersonal and personal skills to communicate and implement school policies, procedures and in the management of casual staff. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of the executive leadership team, supporting a cycle of continuous improvement aligned to the school’s Strategic Directions. General Selection Criteria 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 policy Conditions An 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 Notes The Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools are located here. An 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. Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application. About the NSW Department of Education The 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 ( dandidet.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.