This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.Exmouth District High School (DHS) is seeking a proactive and passionate Home Economics and Hospitality teacher who can effectively collaborate within a team.
The ideal candidate should have high expectations, a strong commitment to excellence, and be skilled at applying high impact teaching strategies to create a positive and engaging classroom environment.Exmouth DHS is a proudly Independent Public School with approximately 520 students from Kindergarten to Year 12.
We are committed to providing the best possible education for the students of our community and are charged with preparing our students for a diverse range of futures.Exmouth is a coastal community of situated in the remote northwest of Western Australia.
Located about 1250km north of Perth, 850km north of the large regional city of Geraldton and 550km southwest of the Pilbara mining operations in Karratha, we are surrounded by Cape Range National Park and are the gateway to the unique Ningaloo Reef, recently listed as a World Heritage site.
There is a permanent population of approximately 3,500 people which swells to thousands more during peak tourist periods.
Due to the number of tourists visiting Exmouth the town has many amenities which would not normally be expected in a town of its size.Find out more about our school by visiting or The RoleThe position involves teaching Home Economics from Years 7 to 12 with the potential of delivering Certificate II in Hospitality.
It would be desirable for applicants hold a Certificate II in Hospitality or willing to undertake training to deliver relevant certificate courses in hospitality.
The position may also require teaching other subjects such as English or Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS).Specialisation in Home Economics and Textiles, along with strong professional knowledge and the ability to inspire students, is essential.
The school strives for excellence in teaching and learning and values meaningful relationships with students and their families.Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills are essential to promote the school's values and priorities.
Building positive relationships with students and a passion for shaping their futures are key focuses.
The role requires a performance-driven, evidence-based approach to high quality teaching.The applicant should ideally demonstrate strong knowledge of effective teaching strategies, particularly in explicit instruction, and a desire to work with the high-impact teaching team.
They should effectively use student and whole school performance data to inform planning and differentiation across all year levels.
Knowledge and experience in applying differentiated instruction and explicit teaching strategies, are highly valued.Professional BenefitsWorking for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being.
These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions.
Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy: Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8,020 per yearLocality allowance of $3,469 a year11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leaveSubsidised accommodation where applicableFree relocationAir-conditioning subsidy You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – Find out more about the benefits by visiting .Following the registration of the new School Education Act Employees' (Teachers and Administrators) General Agreement 2023, please be aware that some allowance rates may change.For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on (08) 9264 5154.Want to know more?For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lucas Plummer, Principal on (08) 9947 8888 or emailing Equity and DiversityWe are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you must: hold an eligible .be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; andconsent to and obtain a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Application InstructionsAll applications must be submitted online.Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include: A statement of up to three (3) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the and the context of the position and school.A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department's or see our applicant resource attached.Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH932582Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.
This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Monday, 18 November 2024