Teacher - Home Economics

Branch: Clarkson Community High School

Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Teacher, $78,397 - $113,568 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: Clarkson

Closing Date: 2024-10-09 4:30 PM

Attachments:

• Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24
• Information - Writing Your Application - Teachers Aug22

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025.

Clarkson Community High School (CHS) has a strong focus on caring for all students and is building a culture of high expectation and high achievement. Technologies is an area of passion and strength for many of our students, fostering skills and capabilities they will require for life beyond school. We are seeking an experienced, innovative, and passionate Home Economics Teacher to join our team.

Find out more about our school by visiting clarksonchs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant should display the necessary knowledge, skills, and understanding to deliver Home Economics to Year 12 level. The successful applicant will ideally have recent experience teaching Food Science Technology and Children, Family, and Community General courses. Experience teaching Certificate II in Hospitality in a commercial kitchen environment would certainly be an advantage.

Applicants should have effective interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a team that spans all STEM areas and the ability to foster positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders including students, staff, and community members. Effective classroom management, the ability to differentiate curriculum to cater to individual student needs, and promote an environment of active and positive learning are also a strong focus for the position. You will ideally engage in reflective practice, have a strong evidence-based teaching approach, and be committed to Clarkson CHS whole-school pedagogical approaches. The successful applicant will also be mindful of healthy food options and be familiar with food budgeting and purchasing processes.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting Professional and Personal Benefits.

For additional information about allowances and housing, please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

Want to Know More?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leah Crawford, Principal, on (08) 6206 5000 or email Leah.Crawford@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holiday period, please contact Leah Crawford on 0499 843 350.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment
• Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start
• Consent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one preferably being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents.

Your application should include:

• A statement of up to four (4) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.

For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH911460

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 9 October 2024