Head of Department: Contemporary Teaching and Learning

Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus (QAHS) offers highly capable students in Years 10 to 12 the opportunity to study in the world class International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.

QAHS has state-of-the-art facilities and a student cohort who are connected to the world, focussed on the future and committed to service.  Our exemplary staff are selected for their expertise and commitment to working in close partnership with each other, parents and industry partners to ensure each student achieves to their potential.

As the full time Head of Contemporary Teaching & Learning you will focus on curriculum leadership – participating in delivering the vision of the Department of Education and developing the quality of teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders. You will develop and lead a plan that addresses, extends and celebrates “Effective Teaching Practice” and strategically implement activities and opportunities for staff to engage in recognised deficits/needs noted through Collegial Engagement. You will play a vital role in coaching and mentoring staff for Performance Development Plans, shape the delivery of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) through your leadership of the key accountabilities for the TOK Coordinator position, and line manage the Learning Management System Coordinator who manages the school’s electronic learning platform. You will also have line management responsibilities for the Academy’s Brilliant Futures Gold Coast Program, an outreach enrichment program in STEM learning for students in Years 7 to 9. This dynamic role will also see you develop and lead various publications and accountabilities in relation to key budget responsibilities.

About the Role

The Head of Contemporary Teaching & Learning is accountable to and under the direction of the school Principal or delegate.

In addition to the above, you will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:

• Lead the school faculty to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Model and set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
• Be futures oriented and strategic.
• Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.
• Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school faculty to achieve goals.

Applicants with knowledge, training and experience in the International Baccalaureate Program and the education of gifted and talented students, as well as the capacity to teach in the subject areas listed will be highly regarded. Applicants must have formal, tertiary training, be able to attain Queensland College of Teachers registration and teaching experience in one or more of the areas listed above.

How to apply for this position:

A current CV, including contact details of two professional referees (one of whom is your current supervisor).  A cover letter, outlining your interest and suitability for the position based on the role description should also be attached. Note this position description outlines selection criteria and references to how you will be assessed. Applicants must address the selection criteria for this position to be eligible for consideration. Applications may remain current for up to 12 months.

Applications close Friday August 24 2018

For details about teaching at Queensland Academies go to: https://qa.eq.edu.au/news-events/employment/