Teacher - Secondary Generalist

Details of the offer

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension (24 months)Our SchoolFrom 2019, our school has been part of the Kimberley Schools Project (KSP), a federally funded initiative established to strengthen teaching pedagogy and improve outcomes for Kimberley students.
The four pillars of the project are targeted teaching, better early years learning and care, regular attendance, and increased student and community engagement.
Kalumburu RCS receives support in the form of professional learning, coaching, and funding through its participation in the project.Our staff at Kalumburu Remote Community School (RCS) are a positive, supportive team and we have strong external supports from KSP and SSEN:BE coaches.
Community participation and involvement in the school is actively encouraged.
Each term a Stronger Smarter Day celebrates Culture and achievement.Kalumburu's LocationKalumburu, meaning 'Path by the River' or 'River Crossing', is the most northerly Aboriginal Community in Western Australia and is situated on Kwini Country on the banks of the King Edward River.
The nearest townships to Kalumburu are Kununurra (565 km Southeast), Wyndham (560 km Southeast) and Derby (650 km West).
Road access to the region is dependent on seasonal conditions and Kalumburu is often inaccessible by road for four to six months of the year.
Alternative access is by air from Kununurra, and supplies are regularly delivered by sea.Services in KalumburuThe Community of Kalumburu currently numbers around 500 people and is serviced by the school, community clinic, community store and an administration office providing postal, banking and Centrelink services.Kalumburu provides many opportunities for outdoor recreational activities including fishing, camping and 4-wheel driving.For more information about Kalumburu click Find out more about our school by visiting The RoleThis role will suit someone who is highly motivated, relationship-focused, and passionate about creating exciting learning experiences to ignite a desire to learn in students.
Kalumburu Remote Community School has two Secondary classes, Middle School (Years 7-8) and High School (Years 9-12).
The school is currently looking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and compassionate teacher for the High School class.
The classroom teacher is primarily responsible for the delivery of Literacy and Numeracy to the class.
In addition to this the successful applicant will be a key player in supporting students in their study of VET certificate course through TAFE and SIDE.
Students in the class complete block release in Kununurra and Kalumburu for certificate courses as well as Authority Developed Workplace Learning (ADWPL).KRCS also offers a Bushrangers Program which the successful applicant will help support.
Students in the Secondary school complete activities within the class and On-country once a week as part of the Bushrangers Program.
Students in the Secondary school are also able to attend camps and excursions such as Kimberley Cup (a weeklong Sports Carnival in Broome), Honeymoon Bay Bike Ride, Mitchell Falls Bike Camp, as well as Bushrangers camps and excursions.
The classroom teacher will have the opportunity to be a part of these initiatives.The Ideal TeacherThe successful applicant will be committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal students.
You will ideally be flexible and innovative, and desire to be actively involved both within the school and wider community.
Conscientious and highly reflective of your teaching practices, you will be willing to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external networks to establish strong community partnerships.A willingness to learn and embed the school's Targeted Teaching approach and whole-school programs is essential.
Programs include Explicit teaching practices, Daily Reviews, Spelling Mastery, Zones of Regulation and Protective Behaviours.
You will also have the opportunity to be involved in Two-way Science and On-Country learning.Strong behaviour support capabilities, grounded in genuine, positive relationships, are vital in this context.
The successful applicant will adopt the whole school Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach to behaviour management and embed trauma-informed approaches and cultural awareness in the classroom and whole-school environment.
Positive interpersonal skills and a commitment to maintaining our positive staff culture are essential, and personal resilience will support your success in living and working in a very remote location.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 Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $20 870 per yearDistrict allowance of $7 436 per yearTemporary Attraction and Retention Initiative of $2 20911.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semestersMore than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leaveSubsidised leave travel during major vacationsFree GROH housingAirconditioning SubsidyFree furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodationVehicle relocation Teachers and School Administrators employed at Kalumburu Remote Community School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 209 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure).
Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year.
Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.Find out more about the benefits by visiting .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 Simon Duncan, Principal, on 0484 362 628.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 Compete the online application, including details of two work-related referees, with one 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 four (4) 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 assistanceAdvertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH944010Suitable 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 Friday, 10 January 2025


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