Director of Professional Learning - Wahroonga Prep School Knox Grammar School is an independent, multi-campus Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school for boys, located at Wahroonga on Sydney's North Shore. In addition to the single-sex campuses, Knox also operates Wahroonga Preparatory School, a co-educational campus for students Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6. A leading Uniting Church School, Knox aims to develop students of Faith, Wisdom, Integrity, Compassion and Courage within a caring Christian environment. ABOUT THE ROLE The Director of Professional Learning at Wahroonga Prep School is a permanent full time role which forms part of a K-12 team focused on enhancing the teaching and learning capability of the Knox academic community, with the goal of ultimately improving student outcomes. The Director of Professional Learning will identify, plan and lead the professional development needs of the academic staff including supporting candidates undergoing accreditation. Key Responsibilities Develop a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth Identify the learning needs of the academic staff and work with teachers to set and achieve their goals Capture data for evaluation and teacher development purposes Support teachers through the teacher accreditation process Maintain current legislative awareness of teacher accreditation requirements and guidelines, communicating them effectively across the school community Support the School's NESA Registration process, including the submission of relevant materials Proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and inspire teams In collaboration with other stakeholders, establish the appropriate evaluation frameworks and measures to determine the effectiveness of learning solutions relative to student outcomes Qualifications and Experience Experience in leadership and embedding pedagogical development within a K-6 school setting Previous experience implementing initiatives, delivering projects and strategically managing change A comprehensive understanding of the NESA standards and their application within a primary school Demonstrated experience in successfully overseeing teacher accreditation The ability to demonstrate and inspire the educational application of contemporary technologies Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Why join Wahroonga Preparatory School? Be part of a forward-thinking school community Opportunities for professional development and growth Collaborative and supportive environment Competitive salary and benefits package HOW TO APPLY Knox offers outstanding long-term career opportunities, is values driven and an equal opportunity employer. Knox encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Before applying, please read the comprehensive role description found on our website: Please apply via SEEK by clicking the 'Apply for this Job' button and attaching a current CV, covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and your academic transcript. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 5.00pm Thursday 21 November 2024 Please note that applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Knox Grammar School is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all our students and children involved in activities at Knox. The School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and requires all prospective school staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment. The School partners with Australia's leading child protection organisation, Bravehearts, to provide training and education for staff, parents and students. All Knox staff receive annual training in child protection. All statutory checks and references are required prior to confirmation of employment. Successful applicants will be required to provide the School with a current NSW Working with Children Check number and comply with the requirements of the NSW Institute of Teachers Act. It is a requirement of employment to be fully vaccinated (2 doses) for COVID-19. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status? #J-18808-Ljbffr