Specialist Teacher - Drama

CAPTIVATE is the creative and performing arts program for catholic schools in the diocese of Parramatta. It provides learning and performance opportunities for students and connects them with Australia's leading creative arts professionals and their wealth of experience and networks. Catholic school students in the Diocese of Parramatta from Years 3 to 12 are encouraged to become a part of Captivate.
We are part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), a system of schools committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. With over 5000 passionate employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to transform the learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 40,000 plus students.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Specialist Teacher - Drama to join the CAPTIVATE team. The Specialist Teacher is responsible for promoting the importance of performing arts throughout the Diocese and the effective delivery of embedded arts learning.
This position is ongoing part-time, working Tuesday and Thursday.
More specifically you will:
Contribute to the development of creative and performing arts programs and practices in and beyond the classroom
Capacity Build primary generalist classroom teachers to:
deliver drama outcomes
deliver Drama Literacy Programs
Integrate Drama practice across all KLA areas
Work alongside Secondary Schools Drama Departments to provide support to teachers who are new to teaching, need upskilling or support.
Contribute and work collaboratively with the CAPTIVATE team in cross-genre projects
About you:
To be successful you will demonstrate alignment to our purpose and values, together with:
Demonstrated syllabus knowledge in primary (specialist drama), secondary or, ideally, K-12 drama.
Experience in running exhibitions, workshops and extension opportunity programs.
Ability and willingness to work collaboratively both, within the CAPTIVATE Team and also within individual school environments.
Understanding of the learning environments, programming, use of technology, teaching practices and delivery of assessment and learning feedback.
Ability to work creatively and constructively to support diverse needs.
Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearance
Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
Tertiary Qualification in Education
Statements of Service
Interested?
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD's Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children's Guardian here.
CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Apply today!
If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button. To find out more about CSPD go to or follow us on LinkedIn.
Advertised: 08 Jan 2024 09:01 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 22 Jan 2024 23:01 AUS Eastern Daylight Time