Teacher – Languages – Italian
Branch: Kalamunda Senior High School
Division: Independent Public School – South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Teacher, $88,178 – $127,737 per annum (pro‐rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type: Fixed Term – Part Time
FTE:
Location: Kalamunda
Closing Date: 2026‐02‐17 4:30 PM
Position Overview
This is a 12‐month fixed‐term part‐time position commencing Term 1, 2026, with possible permanency.
Recruitment Pilot
This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character‐limited responses to address only two Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage for shortlisted applicants only.
The School
Kalamunda Senior High School (SHS) has an enviable reputation developed over 65 years of providing a quality education to all students. The school is proud of its outstanding achievement in the Gifted and Talented Visual Arts specialist program over 45 years, complemented by excellence in academic achievement, languages (Italian, Indonesian, Japanese), a specialist program in Outdoor Education, Soccer and Performing Arts (General and Music), and an outstanding music program.
The school offers a welcoming, positive and supportive environment for all staff and students. It has a strong student services team including a Deputy, Program Coordinators, Chaplain, Nurse, School Psychologist and Year Coordinators. The school also has a Learning Centre to support literacy and numeracy development for students with particular learning needs.
Drawing on the hills and surrounding suburbs, the school has proud traditions and a strong sense of community spanning three generations, with many student parents and grandparents having attended. Graduates have excelled and taken on leadership roles in arts, medicine, dentistry, engineering, Olympic representation, journalism, entertainment and the public service.
The school lives and breathes its values of Community, Respect, Resilience, Pride and a Love of Learning and is committed to its purpose of developing life‐long learners who can realise their full potential. A school‐wide pedagogy which is engaging, relevant, collaborative and reflective underpins teaching and learning at the school.
The Role
The successful applicant should be an innovative and highly motivated educator with the ability to provide quality teaching in the languages curriculum area as part of a dedicated team. They will ideally have a passion for their curriculum area and a deep understanding of instructional strategies to effectively engage students in the learning process. They should be a reflective practitioner who actively engages in activities to improve their professional practice.
They will ideally possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be collaborative members of the whole school community, embracing the school's vision, values and strategic directions. The school offers language courses through to Year 11 and 12; the qualification to deliver certificate courses is highly desirable.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
* Hold an eligible teaching qualification.
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start.
* Consent to a screening clearance and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
In the first instance, only applicants with teaching qualifications will be considered, though untrained teachers are still encouraged to apply. Where there are no suitable applicants with teaching qualifications, applicants without teaching qualifications may be considered.
Application Instructions
New Application Process
You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments will not be accepted or considered by the panel.
Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement
Step 2: Complete the CV template with:
* Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training.
* Two character‐limited written responses addressing two AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain): Professional Knowledge and Professional Engagement.
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online
* Click 'Apply for Job'.
* Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent line manager.
* Upload your completed CV template only.
Need help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached to this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department's website or see our applicant resource attached.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1026454
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
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