Opportunities for Primary Teachers - Regional
Join to apply for the Opportunities for Primary Teachers - Regional role at Department of Education, Western Australia. Western Australia is a great place to live and teach. Our public schools are all across our vast state, offering you opportunities to live and teach in incredible locations.
Benefits
You can expect:
* a great salary – and we will consider your prior teaching experience when determining your commencement salary
* attractive allowances for teaching in certain locations
* 5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
* 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
* more than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave
* subsidised accommodation where applicable
* free relocation to your new location, for permanent contracts or those of one school year or more.
Eligibility and Training
* provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
* obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
* obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
* meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
* complete the Department's Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
* complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement
* complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
Job Duties
* teaching literacy, numeracy, social science, creative expression and physical education skills to primary school students
* presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials
* developing students' interests, abilities and coordination by way of creative activities
* guiding discussions and supervising work in class
* preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results
* discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents, and seeking advice from Student Counsellors and senior teachers
* maintaining discipline in classrooms and other school areas
* participating in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops
* liaising with parent, community and business groups
* maintaining class and scholastic records
* performing extra‐curicular tasks such as assisting with sport, school concerts, excursions and special interest programmes
* supervising student teachers on placement
Application Process
All applications are submitted online. Click this link and follow the instructions on your screen. Your application should include:
* A two (2) page statement addressing the domains that govern the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, in context of the role and business needs of the school
* A CV of up to two (2) 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
To confirm your eligibility to teach, please also provide the following information:
* Identification (i.e. birth certificate, passport, change of name documentation – marriage certificate). Please note we do not accept driver's licences.
* Eligibility to work in Australia, including Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian work permit (i.e. citizenship papers, Australian work visa with date of entry – Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO).
* Academic transcripts identifying your course of study, including copies of undergraduate degrees and any postgraduate qualifications (if applicable). Your transcripts must include:
o your name
o university name
o course name
o units completed
o course completion or conferral date
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting "Apply for Job". 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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‐time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Administration Programs
Work Type
Permanent – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Fixed Term – Full Time
FTE
0.1–1.0
Location
Various
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