Teaching Position - Independent Alternative Secondary School

Independent Alternative Secondary School 

Teaching Position - South Coast, NSW

Are you:

• An exceptional teacher who understands that traditional school environments don't work for all students.
• Frustrated that you can’t have the impact you know is possible, as part of the ‘system’?
• Focused on providing all learners with opportunities to succeed, and believe that they can, when provided with the right kinds of teaching?
• Clear about your values, and articulate them through your everyday actions? 

If your answer to these questions is yes, then talk to us about joining our education revolution!

The Role 

We require a generalist teacher who can facilitate learning across Stages 5 and 6, in a range of curriculum areas. Our teachers construct individual learning journeys for students by:

• Having deep knowledge of every learner,
• Leading measurable growth for every learner,
• Leading a safe, supporting learning environment, and
• Working professionally. 

Our teachers maximise engagement in the classroom through evidence-based teaching strategies and facilitating cross-curricular learning experiences. We utilise the Berry Street Education Model and restorative practices, not just with our learners, but with our colleagues as well.

Novo Education Space currently has two vacant positions at our campuses on the beautiful South Coast of NSW. 

Multiple Locations (Commencing in Term 1 / 2 2024)

• 1 x Wollongong Permanent, Full-Time Teacher
• 1 x Shellharbour Permanent, Full-Time Teacher (Location subject to NESA Approval) 
• Casual vacancies available.

Teaching positions are in accordance with our WEA Illawarra Enterprise Agreement 2019, Schedule C (Band 1 – Band 3, subject to NESA accreditation). 

Please refer to the Applicant Information Pack for specific evidence to be submitted to be considered for this role . The Applicant Information Pack can be found at www.novo.nsw.edu.au/employment 

Who are we? 

Novo Education Space is an independent Special Assistance School for Years 9-12. Our purpose is to foster the development of capable, confident, and self-assured young people who are connected to their community and able to forge a path to a productive future. Our work is student-centred within an innovative, flexible, small school environment.

Novo Education Space is operated by WEA Illawarra, which is a not-for-profit Community College, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and Public Benevolent Institution.

To Apply

Please provide:

1. Your current Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. A cover letter confirming the position and location for which you are applying.
3. A claim for the role - this is a written response to the criteria outlined in the Applicant Information Pack.
4. References (Minimum two recent references, including a supervisor).

The Applicant Information Pack provides further details about who we are, the benefits of joining our team, what the role involves, and additional information on how to submit your application. This can be found at www.novo.nsw.edu.au/employment 

Casual applications are also available at www.novo.nsw.edu.au/employment 

For a confidential discussion regarding the position, contact Kim Brady – Leader of Teaching and Learning on mobile: 0466 650 *** or via email: ******@novo.nsw.edu.au 

Applications will be accepted until 11.59pm on Thursday, 21 March 2024, with interviews expected to take place upon receipt of application. 

Expressions of interest and casual applications are accepted year-round. 

WEA Illawarra acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands on which we work and learn.  We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.  We are committed to creating safe and welcoming learning centres for First Nations people to flourish and grow as future community leaders. 

Novo Education Space enrols a high proportion of First Nations learners.  We are continually learning and growing in our diversity and inclusion commitment and practice.  We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people or people with culturally, linguistically, gender or other diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences.