Teacher - Science

Do you have the interest and desire to develop expertise in teaching online?Are you looking for flexible work arrangements, including the opportunity to work from regional centres or from home?Take your teaching career online and join us as we enhance access and create a brighter future for students across Western Australia!We are seeking to establish a pool of Science teachers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies that may arise during the 2024 school year. We anticipate at least one permanent appointment will be made from this pool before the end of the 2024 school year.At the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE), we offer a range of lower secondary and senior secondary Science courses. The capacity to teach one or more of ATAR Biology, ATAR Human Biology and ATAR Psychology will be highly regarded, but we are looking for teachers with strong knowledge of and proven success in teaching the Science curriculum to a variety of student cohorts at all year levels. Suitable applicants will have excellent interpersonal skills and will be skilled in the use of diagnostic and student performance data to inform teaching and learning programs.SIDE is a cutting-edge online school that provides a high level of education to children who need additional flexibility. We play a critical role within the Western Australian education system, supporting system needs and priorities. As a teacher with SIDE, you will have the opportunity to reach out and make a difference to students throughout Western Australia, delivering high-quality online and blended education programs to suit the varying contexts and needs of our students.We are looking to expand our workforce of dedicated teachers by trialling a new pilot program during 2024 that will allow some of our teachers flexible home-based working arrangements to deliver education online to students across the state. Therefore, teachers in regional areas are also encouraged to apply to this pool.Click for more information.As a recognised leader in blended education in Australia, SIDE models exemplary practice in the use of both synchronous (Webex) and asynchronous (Moodle) platforms of instruction. SIDE has a dedicated training and support program for staff who join our school. Our practice is both contemporary and constantly evolving, making SIDE an exciting and dynamic place to work.Teachers at SIDE participate in our regional travel program to meet the needs of students and partner schools. Visits are planned in negotiation with staff, and at times may include short-term stays in regional and remote locations.Join our innovative school community and be a part of shaping the future of education!To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate your competency against the following domains (that govern the ):

• Professional knowledge;
• Professional practice; and
• Professional engagement.

Applications will be assessed against these domains. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.Applicants currently completing the Department of Education Leap program (formerly known as the Switch program) can apply for vacancies using their current or Leap qualification – even if they have not completed the program at the time of applying. Applicants may be appointed to a vacancy based on the qualification being completed via the Leap program.The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Further information about the School of Isolated and Distance Education can be found by visiting orAppointed applicants may be eligible forFor further job related informationPlease contact Justine Daly, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9311 1356 or emailingApplication InstructionsAll applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.Your application should include:

• A four (4) page statement addressing the domains that govern the

, in context of the role and business needs of the school * A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position

• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.ELIGIBILITYEmployees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• meet the Department of Education

requirements; * complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;

• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement; and
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday 8 May, 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.