Director of Learning Enrichment - Junior SchoolTweed Heads, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW
Management - Schools (Education & Training)
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a high quality, independent, Anglican, Co-educational P-12 school serving the southern Gold Coast, Tweed Coast and northern New South Wales regions. Located in the Tweed Heads district, ours is the most northern independent school in NSW. We have a close connection with the land, and yet are within easy reach of the Gold Coast and Brisbane.
As an Anglican Grammar School, our values of Compassion, Wisdom and Respect are at the heart of our school and form the foundations of our teaching and learning supported by our cultural values of Standards, Collaboration and Leadership.
Lindisfarne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.
Benefits for permanent staff include: Out of School Care FacilitiesSalary PackagingStaff Social Events / Social ClubFree access to School gymStaffEd Professional Learning ProgramFirst Aid CertificationEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) - free and confidential counsellingAbout the Role This position is based at our Junior School campus which caters for Kindergarten to Year 4 students. You will be responsible for delivering quality teaching and learning experiences to support the learning needs of students with specific learning difficulties and high intellectual potential, focusing on early identification and intervention. You will work collaboratively with the other members of the P-12 Learning Enrichment team maintaining a cohesive whole school approach.
You will possess the ability to embrace innovative teaching practices in a caring and inclusive manner.
The successful candidate will also be keen to play an active role in the classroom, in pastoral care, co-curricular and in the broad life of the School community.
Salary offered will be commensurate with the successful applicant's skills, qualifications and experience and will be based on the teaching salaries in the Independent Schools NSW Teachers (Hybrid Model) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021.
Responsibilities Identifying student needs utilising a range of diagnostic tools including but not restricted to PAT testing; AGAT; CoGAT & NAPLANProviding teaching and learning experiences which meet specific needs and are based on sound understanding and knowledge of current pedagogical practices in special education and gifted educationProviding in-class support for individual and small groups of studentsManaging teacher aides: allocation and timetabling, professional development and mentoringMaking provisions for enrichment opportunities for gifted and talented students both within the formal curriculum and in co-curricular and external enrichment programsProvide pastoral care for all students, particularly for students with additional needsSelection Criteria: Demonstrated expertise in special and gifted education: Comprehensive knowledge of current pedagogical practices, diagnostic tools and intervention modelsProven ability to design, implement, and evaluate teaching strategies and programs tailored to the needs of students with specific learning difficulties and those with high intellectual potentialSolid understanding of how to analyse data in relation to student progress and teaching effectiveness.Strong skills in managing processes such as Individual Plans, NCCD data collation, NAPLAN special provisions, and referrals for Learning Enrichment.Experience with managing teacher aides and the acquisition and organisation of resources to enhance learning outcomes.Commitment to continuous improvement in and out of the classroom.Have appropriate ICT skills and a preparedness to integrate ICT skills into the learning process.Have an understanding of and commitment to the Anglican Christian ethos of the School.To apply for this role, please click on the Apply link by Wednesday, 27 November. Applications must include:
A current resume including contact details for three refereesYour application will include the following questions:
What motivated you to apply for this position? At Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School, we intentionally teach and live the values of Compassion, Wisdom, and Respect; and encourage students to consider how Christianity can inform their world view and life choices. Can you commit to actively supporting and promoting these values and the Anglican ethos in your daily interactions with students and staff?Are you legally entitled to work in Australia? If you are not a citizen or permanent resident please provide details of your visa type, expiry date, and working hours restrictions if any. If you are a citizen / permanent resident simply indicate NALindisfarne highly values staff involvement in activities beyond the classroom. Are you ready and willing to embrace and support initiatives and programs like excursions, school camps, sports carnivals, performances and other school events?Do you have a current or past association with Lindisfarne?All teachers must be accredited with NSW Teacher Accreditation Authority (NESA) to work in a NSW school. What is your status with being registered with NESA?Successful applicants are required to have a current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)? Please indicate the most accurate status of your WWCC.Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence? If yes, please provide details including the nature of the offence, date, and any other relevant information. Note that a conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from employment but will be considered in relation to the specific job requirements.Have you ever been the subject of any allegations/investigation regarding your conduct, or the subject of any formal performance-management process regarding your performance?Have you ever been the subject of any investigation relating to allegations of improper or unlawful conduct concerning a student or child?Are you able to attend an interview in person?What is the notice period for your current employment?I have read, understood and consent to the privacy statement. I understand that the answers I provide will have an influence on the outcome and final selection process. I give my permission for my answers to be discussed with those relevant to the decision-making process. The information I supply to Lindisfarne during the recruitment process is true and correct. #J-18808-Ljbffr