Principal

Contract
full-time
job at Yakanarra Community School (Fitzroy Crossing WA, Australia)

LocationRemote

Type
Full-Time

Status
Contract

Contact Mr Alexander Dunton
08 9191 7164
principal@yakanarraschool.wa.edu.au

About this job

An exciting opportunity will open up in February 2023 for a Principal at Yakanarra Community School in Fitzroy Crossing, WA.

About Us

School-aged children in our small Aboriginal community of Yakanarra attend the Yakanarra Community School. Established in 1991, we conduct classes from preschool to year 10, catering for approximately 20 primary students and 10 junior secondary students.

https://yakanarraschool.wa.edu.au

Why Join Us?

• Attractive salary plus super
• Access to salary sacrifice up to $500 a fortnight
• Twelve weeks of annual leave
• Relocation assistance
• Subsidised, fully furnished private accommodation at $75 per week
• Fully maintained vehicle provided for both professional and personal use

As we a in a remote location there could be an opportunity for an Administrator role to be created for a partner, if they were experienced and had the relevant qualifications.

The Role

As an integral part of the school community your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Managing daily duties to ensure sufficient operation of the school
• Implementing school policies and ensuring adherence to relevant government legislations
• Managing resources and financial matters with school administration
• Leading and overseeing school staff
• Overseeing and implementing the West Australian curriculum, including improving Numeracy and Literacy levels of students
• Collaborating with Rangers on Two-Way Science projects
• Supporting the continuation of Walmajarri language revival lessons

About You

• Experience working with Indigenous students and/or teaching in a remote location is highly desirable
• Current teacher registration
• Driver’s license (4WD experience preferred)
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• National police clearance
• Current registration with the TRBWA (or willingness to acquire it)
• Teaching, leadership, and administration skills
• Maintain a positive atmosphere and be a role model for students

Salary information

$68 000-$107 000 + Bonuses