Position Information
Chatham High School is a large welcoming comprehensive school that services the town of Taree and adjacent rural and coastal areas with an enrolment of approximately 500 students. Approximately 48% of students enrolled at Chatham High School are of Aboriginal descent and the school enjoys a close connection to the local community through cultural programs including delivery of Gathang, the traditional language of the Biripi people on whose traditional lands the school is built. The school has a mix of experienced and early career teaching, support, administrative and executive staff, noted for their caring attitude and commitment to high expectations for all students.
A broad academic and vocational curriculum is supported by diverse cultural and extra curricula programs offered by the school to enhance student retention and attainment. These include CHACE, a Curriculum Extension program in stage 4 and TAP, a Talented Athlete Program in stage 5. Student leadership is an active and valued aspect of school life and enhances the positive perception of the school in the community.
Selection Criteria
- Approval to teach ITX - Technology Mandatory (Years 7-8) and/or DAT - Design and Technology.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships with students, staff and parents to improve student learning outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to cater for a diverse range of students through differentiated, innovative and effective teaching practices that challenge and engage them as a path to improved educational outcomes.
Conditions
Special Notes
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 ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
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