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SalaryAn exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and innovative educator to join the cluster of Environmental Education Centres in Far north Queensland as Head of Department (Curriculum) - Outdoor and Environmental Education - Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Cairns region
Job ad reference QLD/FNR477890/23T
Closing date 03-Apr-2023
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Salary Other
Job duration A period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined
Contact person Phil Harrison
Contact details (07) 4095 9555
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The successful applicant will work across the three centres to develop and articulate a shared vision focussed on providing quality teaching and learning outcomes for all students. The position will focus on building staff capability in the area of pedagogy and engagement as well as identifying links between the curriculum and centre programs. Developing a means of measuring student learning in the areas of personal and social capabilities, well-being and engagement will also be a part of this role.
If you are someone who can deliver the vision of our centres, further develop quality teaching and learning as well as create positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders, then we would love to hear from you!
About the Centres
Each of the three centres run a variety of day and multi day programs delivering a mixture of teaching and learning opportunities to students from P - 12. There is a strong focus on student well-being and engagement as well as explicit links to the Personal and Social capabilities cross curricular priorities.
Explicit teaching and learning that links to the Science and Physical education curriculum is also a major part of the centres programming, as is the modelling and practical application of environmental and sustainable practices. All three centres are located within a 90-minute drive of each other. The position will entail travel but it is envisaged that the successful applicant will be based at ONE of the centres for the majority of time, which will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
About the Role
Hands on experience in the teaching and learning practices of outdoor and environmental education will be highly regarded when filling this position.
As the Head of Department - Outdoor and Environmental Education FNQ, you will have responsibility for liaising with the Principal of each centre to:
- Develop, articulate and commit to a shared vision focussed on providing quality teaching and learning outcomes for all students.
- Identify and lead staff capability training in the areas of pedagogy and engagement
- Identify links between Curriculum and centre programs and developing strategies and resources to embed such links in centre programs
- Develop resources to track student learning and student development in the areas of personal and social capabilities and well-being and engagement.
Additional Information
Recent relevant experience in the delivery of outdoor and environmental education programs will be highly regarded.
Relevant qualifications and certifications aligned to the centre's programs will be highly regarded. E.g. RMDL, canoeing, abseiling, high ropes, orienteering.
Familiarity with Education Queensland CARA's and the Australian Adventure Activity Standard and Good Practice Guides will be highly regarded.
Travel between the three centres is a requirement of this position. Please note, a departmental car is not provided.
The successful applicant may negotiate to be based at any of the three centres.
For a full list of mandatory requirements please see the attached role description.
Interested? To apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
- Attach a maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities identified in the attached role description.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
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For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
Information Package for Applicants
Role Description
