AddressWilderness School is a non-denominational day and boarding girl’s school educating students from Early Learning Centre through to Year 12. Since 1884, Wilderness School has prepared girls to be adventurous, courageous, responsible, and respectful learners and leaders. At Wilderness, we strive to enable each student to be the best that she can be.
The Head of English works collaboratively to deliver innovative learning and educational strategies, focusing on leading a team and program that supports the strategic direction of Wilderness School. This is a three-year tenured leadership role with a permanent substantive teaching position to commence Term 1, 2025.
About the Role:
The Head of English will lead the faculty to build curiosity, imagination and creativity in learning for students. They will ensure the strategic priorities of the faculty are achieved, in addition to leading a focus on the pursuit of academic excellence and curriculum development.
Other key areas of focus include:
- Building expertise in contemporary and innovative teaching methodologies and engagement in learning
- Building a deep understanding of learning by students and in delivery by teachers
- Developing and implementing processes to guarantee accuracy and consistency of standards, outcomes and benchmarks in assessment and curricula
- Developing positive and collaborative relationships between faculty staff and the professional learning community
About you – you will demonstrate:
- Excellence in curriculum design, innovation and implementation, including the integration of appropriate digital technologies that support student learning
- Experience in leading a team managing responsive and flexible programs
- Exemplary teaching practice - leading classroom innovation by example
- A supportive and collaborative management and leadership style that nurtures, challenges and inspires students and staff
- Exceptional communication skills coupled with highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to relate effectively and build relationships with key stakeholders
- Outstanding organisational skills, planning, analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
How to Apply
For details about Wilderness School and to access a copy of the Position Description, please visit the School’s website at https://www.wilderness.com.au. For a confidential discussion, please contact Teresa Dwyer, People and Culture Manager on 8343 1081.
Please provide the following addressed to Belinda Arnfield, Principal:
- Resume
- Covering letter responding to the key areas of responsibility
- Contacts details of three referees
Applications close:Monday 24 June 2024 at 9am. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a Working with Children Check, Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy. Wilderness School Privacy Policy is published on https://www.wilderness.com.au.
