Management - Schools (Education & Training)
High School Faculty Director Full-time | Starting 20 January 2025 Are you ready to lead and inspire a growing high school community? Samford Valley Steiner School (SVSS) is seeking a High School Faculty Director to join our Senior Leadership Team, where you'll drive excellence in education and student care.
About Us
Located on 20 acres of beautiful bushland just 35 minutes from Brisbane, Samford Valley Steiner School offers a human-centered educational journey from preschool through Class 12. As Queensland's largest Steiner school, we deliver a curriculum inspired by Rudolf Steiner's philosophy, balancing academic, artistic, and practical learning. Our vibrant community fosters well-being, creativity, and resilience in every student.
The Role
As our High School Faculty Director, you will:
Lead the development and delivery of a human-centered Steiner curriculum, empowering teachers to bring inspired, developmentally appropriate education to students.Oversee the day-to-day operations of the High School, including staffing, timetabling, resource management, and compliance with educational standards.Support teachers through mentorship, professional development, and classroom observation, fostering a collaborative and innovative teaching environment.Ensure the effective implementation of student support and behaviour management systems, ensuring the well-being and success of all students.Engage with parents and the community, building strong relationships and handling enquiries or concerns with diplomacy and care.What We're Looking For Demonstrated leadership experience, with a passion for leading and mentoring an educational team.Deep knowledge of Steiner education principles and the ability to apply Anthroposophy in a modern high school setting.Experience working with adolescents and a commitment to supporting their development.Strong organisational, communication, and conflict resolution skills.A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the cultural life of the school.Mandatory requirementsAn essential qualification for this position is to have current QCT registration or ability to obtain it.
All staff must adhere to the policies and guidelines of Samford Valley Steiner School, including the Code of Conduct and health and safety procedures. You will be responsible for reporting any incidents or hazards and actively contributing to creating a safe environment for everyone.
The candidate must also hold: Bachelor's degree in Education or a relevant field.Teaching certification and registration, meeting the requirements of the Queensland College of Teachers.Familiarity with the Steiner educational philosophy and a passion for its principles.Prior experience teaching in a Steiner or Waldorf school.Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of education at SVSS during a period of growth and transformation. We offer competitive salaries, up to 12.75% superannuation contributions, generous leave entitlements, and career progression opportunities.
How to Apply
If you're ready to contribute to the well-being and success of our students, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your current resume along with a 1-2 page cover letter telling us why this role is perfect for you, to ****** by 10th January 2025.
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