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**Position Information**:
Killarney Vale Public School provides a vibrant learning environment where all 412 students have the opportunity to achieve to their full potential in every aspect of the curriculum, with 65 of those students identifying as Aboriginal. The school has 17 mainstream classes from Kindergarten to Year 6 and three classes which support students with additional needs. Killarney Vale Public School's professional and highly skilled teachers are committed to providing quality, differentiated learning experiences for all students. Implementing evidence-based programs aligned to the NSW Department of Education syllabus guidelines is a school priority.
Aboriginal Education is a key priority at Killarney Vale Public School and is authentically embedded in all aspects of our school life. Students and families work in partnership with the Kuriwa Aboriginal Education Consultative Group and other community groups to celebrate a rich cultural heritage. Our school has an established alliance with the Tuggerah Lakes Learning Community and is supported by a dedicated and passionate Parents & Citizens Association. Killarney Vale Public School has a strong commitment to student wellbeing and inclusivity focusing on the social and emotional development of our students. Our Student Leadership team is active in decision-making for the school, empowering student voice.
**Selection Criteria**:
In addition to the general selection criteria,
- Proven ability to be a highly visible, passionate leader who drives a culture of high expectations, through a model of Instructional Leadership and collaborative practice, resulting in improved student outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience developing authentic relationships built on high expectations to further strengthen genuine partnerships with the Aboriginal community, resulting in student success.
- Proven ability to lead an inclusive school culture which embeds evidence-based practices to meet the learning needs of all students, including those with complex behaviours.
- Demonstrated capacity to authentically engage parents, staff and the wider community to enhance productive partnerships.
**General Selection Criteria**:
1. High level educational leadership with the skills to lead and manage a complex public school focused on the delivery of high quality education
2. Ability to lead and manage rigorous and inclusive whole school teaching and learning programs
3. High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build positive relationships and engage all levels of the school and educational community
4. Ability to lead and manage the development and performance of staff to improve teaching and learning
5. Ability to plan systems and manage resources effectively and equitably to enhance teaching and learning
6. Capacity to lead staff in implementing the Department's Aboriginal education policies and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people
**Conditions**:
**Special Notes**:
- Classification Structure for Principals:_
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