Teacher - Secondary Generalist

The School

Are you a passionate and versatile secondary teacher ready to make a significant impact? Armadale Senior High School (SHS), a unique and dynamic Independent Public School nestled at the base of the picturesque Darling Ranges, just 40km from Perth, is seeking an exceptional educator's to join our dedicated team.

At Armadale SHS, we aspire, strive, and achieve in all areas of performance, student engagement, and academic excellence. We're committed to fostering an environment where every student is encouraged to perform to the highest standard across all learning areas. Our outstanding facilities and dedicated teachers ensure students have access to a wide range of high-quality courses.

We offer diverse pathways for student success, including our "Aspire" extension program for high-achieving students in Years 7 to 10, preparing them for university. Our Department of Education-endorsed Specialist Programs in Visual Arts and Technologies provide stimulating routes into creative industries. Additionally, our Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses offer hands-on, industry-level training in sectors like physical recreation, hospitality, trades, automotive, and engineering, equipping our graduates for a strong start in the workforce or further study.

The Role

We're searching for exceptional Generalist Secondary Teachers who are ideally passionate about fostering holistic student development across a diverse range of subjects. You should be more than just a teacher; you're a dynamic and adaptable educator ready to make a significant impact on young lives.

We're ideally looking for versatile teachers who are comfortable with a combination of subjects from English, Science, Mathematics, and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS). You don't need to be an expert in all of them, but your flexibility and adaptability are key. If you also have skills in the Arts or Technologies, that's a definite bonus!

This role primarily involves teaching students in Years 7 to 10, and we warmly encourage upper primary school teachers with a passion for secondary education to apply.

As a highly reflective practitioner, you should be dedicated to evidence-based decision-making and differentiation, ensuring every student receives a tailored curriculum that meets their unique needs. You should firmly believe that all students can reach their full potential, and you should be committed to high-quality teaching and learning that promotes academic excellence.

Suitable applicants will ideally motivated and knowledgeable professional with a strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum. Your teaching philosophy should be rooted in a deep commitment to student success.

Crucially, you are ideally trauma-informed and genuinely excited to work with students with complex needs. You should approach every interaction with empathy, understanding, and a culturally responsive mindset, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported.

You ideally actively seek opportunities for involvement, both within the school and the wider community, understanding that a holistic approach significantly enhances student learning and well-being.