AddressMurrumburrah High School is a small rural High School located in a small rural town. Enrolments (130) have been steady in recent years with some growth in enrolments coming over the next 4 years. Geographically, the nearest towns are all within 50 kms, with the nearest major city of influence over 150 km away. On transition after schooling, students generally attend university, enrol in a TAFE course, or take up work opportunities either through general employment or apprenticeship options. Many families have lived in the town for many generations and have a close connection with the school. The school is seen as a vital connection with work and preparation for life after school that supplements the needs of the local community. Many students participate in school based and community-based sporting events and travel a lot to participate.
The school operates a stage-based teaching model to provide the widest curriculum offerings to suit our student’s needs, especially in stage 6. This may change in the future as enrolments continue to grow.
Through development of the School Improvement Plan, the school focuses on encouraging students’ high achievement and increased retention into year 12. The school has been able to substantially improve infrastructure and facilities over the last few years and continues to provide the best educational environment for the students and staff.
Currently there are 28 enrolled students who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander at the school. Aboriginal students are being provided much stronger cultural identity opportunities with an increase in support and guidance towards their growth in educational outcomes.
Selection Criteria
Approval to teach English 7-12, including Extension 1 and 2.
Proven capacity to employ innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning abilities, integrating ICT and 21st Century pedagogies to engage and challenge students effectively.
Demonstrated commitment to collaborative teamwork within a faculty to develop forward-thinking teaching programs.
Experience facilitating extra-curricular activities like public speaking and debating, showcasing a willingness to nurture students beyond the classroom.
Proven adeptness in communication and interpersonal relations with students, parents, and the wider community, enhancing engagement and fostering positive relationships.
Conditions
An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.
Special Notes
Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (*****@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
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