Outdoor Education Teacher: Senior Secondary Campus – Teach in Canberra Full-time Permanent Classification: Teacher
Salary: $105,498 - $125,582 Starting from $88,615 for new educators plus superannuation
Position No: Outdoor Education Teacher: Senior Secondary Campus – Teach in Canberra
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 19 December 2024
Contact Officer: EDU Recruitment ******
The ACT Education Directorate seeks passionate and qualified Outdoor Education Teachers for a year 11 and 12 setting in Canberra at The University of Canberra Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra (UCSSC). We believe in the life changing impact of education. The growing ACT public education system educates more than 51,000 students across 92 public schools, from early childhood to college.
UCSSC Lake Ginninderra is a Senior Secondary College situated centrally in Belconnen. The college caters to over 800 students in year 11 and 12 seeking to obtain a senior secondary certificate including both tertiary and vocational pathways.
The College is seeking a classroom teacher who can take a leading role in the College's Outdoor Education Program. Over 100 students access the program annually and have the opportunity to study at either a tertiary or vocational level, allowing them to gain a Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation.
About you: You have relevant and recognised teaching qualifications as well as Certificate III or IV in Outdoor Leadership ideally with specialisation in some of the following – snorkelling, bushwalking, caving, rock climbing, abseiling, cross country skiing and wilderness first aid and vertical rescue. Have a passion for teaching and education and support a student-centred approach to learning. Can demonstrate knowledge and successful application of senior secondary curriculum in Outdoor Education / Recreation. Have positive classroom management skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Proven experience establishing and fostering relationships with students, staff and parents/carers. Are committed to supporting the wellbeing of students. A light-rigid bus licence would be an advantage. We offer: Competitive teacher salary packages that rank among the nation's best public school pay and conditions. Opportunities for experienced educators to progress their careers and move schools without needing to relocate. An Enterprise Agreement that prioritises teacher wellbeing and better workloads for teachers and school leaders. Four staff development days a year (student-free) at the beginning of each term. Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities. Eligibility requirements for employment Education qualifications – Have an approved four-year full-time tertiary education qualification and a Certificate III or IV in Outdoor Leadership. Teacher registration – Hold a valid approval to teach with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration – Have a valid ACT WWVP. Approved working status – Be an Australian citizen and/or be permanent resident and/or hold a valid working visa. How to apply Apply via our job portal, noting you will need to provide:
Your resume/CV outlining your teaching experience and qualifications to teach. Evidence of your teacher registration. Two completed teaching referee reports, one being from a current or previous manager/supervisor. We welcome teacher applications all year round. Please email us at ****** to find out about the many opportunities with our ACT public schools.
The ACT Public Service is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply. All offers of employment are made under the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and are made on the basis that you satisfy all relevant pre-employment checks.
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