Head of Humanities, Middle SchoolWhole School role (5 campuses) based at Haileybury City
- Outstanding opportunities for professional growth, career progression and leadership
- Full Time, Ongoing Teaching Position, City Campsus
- Fixed Term, Postion of Respnsibility, 5 - year Tenure
- Join a supportive, high performing and collaborative environment
Haileybury, City Campus is excited to welcome a qualified and experienced Middle School Humanities Teacher to our team on an ongoing basis. Candidates with Politics expereince will be reviewed favourably.About HaileyburyHaileybury’s vision is to be recognised as a great world school. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional educational experience that fosters the growth of each student through leading teaching and learning programs, a wide array of opportunities, within a culture of high expectations, empowering students to excel.Everything that we do is centred around our Magenta Principles, striving to be more than a school. Our principles support and shape this in our daily work:
- Every student matters every day
- Every staff member matters every day
- Effective practices support sustainability
Haileybury offers a flexible, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We’re focused on embracing change and celebrating our people.
The roleHead of Humanities (Middle School) is responsible for the development of curriculum from Years 5-8 across all of Haileybury’s Melbourne operations including Haileybury Pangea. The curriculum must be consistent across each site, ensuring a high standard for all students. They will liaise closely with both the
Head of Inquiry (Junior School) and
Head of Humanities (Senior School) to ensure an excellent teaching and learning program is offered with continuity and clear pathways from Prep to VCE.
ResponsibilitesThe development of a curriculum that:
- is compliant with the Australian Curriculum
- reflects current educational thinking with a clear focus on the future of work
- incorporates the use of digital technology to enhance learning
- meets the needs of all students and in particular, encourages the individual academic growth of every student so that they maximise their academic outcomes
About YouAt Haileybury we are seeking brilliant teachers. We are looking for team members who have;
- Demonstrated experience and passion for teaching in Humanities
- Brilliant pedagogy and explicit instruction: Implement evidenced-based practices that actively engage students in their learning process.
- Effective, productive, and thoughtful use of technology: Utilise technology as a tool to enhance teaching and learning experiences
- Strong, professional and kind relationships: Foster a safe, supportive and respectful classroom environment where students feel valued, respected and understood.
- Collaborative and ambitious striving: Encourage collaboration amongst students and team members so we can create perseverance, critical thinking and creativity.
- Modelling curiosity and commitment to deep learning: Demonstrate a passion for learning and inquiry-based thinking. Encourage students to ask questions, explore topics independently, and pursue their interests beyond the classroom.
- Extending students' understanding through teacher expertise: Continuously develop your own expertise through the use of data, ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply to join the team at Haileybury where we aim to create a supportive culture and learning environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth for our students.
Why work for us;- Competitive salary to com pensate for experience
- Ongoing professional and personal development
- Focus on career development and a vast array of leadership opportunities
- Excellent on-site facilities, grounds, technology and working environment
- Secondment opportunities and pathways to other Melbourne based campus’, Haileybury Rendall School Darwin and Haileybury Senior School Tianjin
- Variety of hybrid and flexible opportunities, including working at Haileybury Pangea, our online School
- Broader scope of positions across multiple Melbourne campus locations
- Employee leave benefits such as paid parental leave and additional personal leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Various financial benefits to employees through discount partnership programs and salary packaging options
- Additional support for teaching parents, with students at Haileybury
- Staff social groups and events
Want to find out more?To view the position description, please click on the attachment below. For all enquiries, please contact the People and Culture Team via peopleandculture@haileybury.com.auTo apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be directed to our online recruitment portal.Applications close; 10.30am , Wednesday 10th April 2024.Internal candidates are encouraged to apply for the Position of Responsibility regardless of your campus. If successful, your teaching responsibilities at your current campus will be maintained and adjust accordingly.Please note that applicants must have the right to work in Australia, VIT registration and Working with Children Clearance.Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere at all times to the schools’ Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, (https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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