Job Opportunity
Lithgow High School is a comprehensive public high school located on the western slopes of the Blue Mountains and the gateway to the Central West. The student population of approximately 682 is reflective of an evolving and diverse community.
The school has a strong representation of First Nations students, approximately 26% of the school, and a growing Multicultural and Language Background Other Than English component. Our students participate in a wide range of learning experiences in the pursuit of their personal excellence.
The school is undergoing significant executive restructuring, curriculum redesign, and cohort redevelopment. We are an identified HPGE Partner School with enrichment streaming, and we are piloting many initiatives in STE(A)M and vocational FutureSkills HSC pathways.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, deliver and lead implementation of quality, differentiated language programs, inclusive of First Nations, Language Background Other Than English and High Performance & Gifted Education students.
* Build a new language program focused on developing a positive culture of language learning in the classroom, across the school and within the wider school community.
* Establish positive working relationships with students, staff and community stakeholders.
* Implement effective classroom management skills and wellbeing practices, creating an engaging, inclusive learning environment that fosters high expectations and student success.
Requirements
Approval to teach Chinese (Mandarin) - Secondary and/or Japanese - Secondary is required. A willingness to develop and deliver a new language program is essential.
Benefits
Successful applicants may be entitled to a Recruitment Bonus of $20,000. A Relocation Support Payment of up to $8,000 will also be available for eligible applicants.
Special Notes
Applicants are expected to provide details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.