Brisbane State High School are seeking applicants with experience teaching English, Spanish, French, Economics and Business across all year levels. A key component of this role is building positive and productive partnerships with the school community to ensure that students experience curriculum and learning experiences that allow them to reach their potential. This role will be suited to an energetic and strengths-focused individual who has the ability to lead both strategically and operationally towards shared goals. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of current educational research, a commitment to continual learning and development, an ability to work collaboratively and outstanding teaching skills.

Job details

Brisbane State High School has come to symbolise and exemplify the excellence of state school education. We are proud of the great number of past students who have contributed to their state and country through their achievements at the highest levels in public life, sport, business and the community. Our present students continue this tradition. We pride ourselves on providing a holistic education that enables and empowers young people to make a powerful difference in the world. As a learning community, we are committed to developing young people to achieve their potential intellectually, personally and socially.

For further information about the school, click here to visit the school's website. 

See opportunities below: 

• English/ Spanish/ French/ Economics and Business- Years 7-12

What is in it for you?

For further information about the incentives and benefits of working with the Department of Education please Click here.

The Successfull applicant will have responsibility for:

• Working collaboratively with all members of the Leadership and Management Team to enact the school philosophy and Strategic Plan 
• Actively participating in learning, research and ongoing professional development that enable you to improve both as a leader and a classroom teacher
• Setting and maintaining high standards for student performance by leading your faculty to uphold the spirit of State High with a specific focus on improving learning outcomes and fostering a growth mindset 
• Leading calibration and moderation practices that build strong alignment between curriculum, pedagogy and assessment 
• Maintaining and developing productive and positive partnerships with parents, all staff, other government agencies and community groups to maximise each student's performance and potential
• Leading the development of quality differentiated learning practices aligned to our school vision, values and pedagogical framework 
• Promoting a culture of creativity and critical reflection with open, excited, motivated and dynamic conversations 
• Setting and maintaining a highly supportive and challenging culture that encourages high standards of staff and student performance 
• Maintaining a high visibility and presence within the school community
• Embedding socially just and inclusive practices in daily school life.

Applicants for these positions must possess:

• A relevant teaching qualification. Click here for further information on teaching qualifications.
• Current full registration or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Pre-service/graduate teachers must have been granted provisional registration prior to commencing employment as a teacher. For more information regarding registration requirements, please Click Here.
• Employment for pre-service/graduate teachers will be subject to the successful completion of a relevant teaching qualification and meeting the minimum requirements as a teacher with the department.
• Working rights in Australia, which means you have, or you are eligible to obtain a valid Australian Visa with work rights (if you're not already an Australian Citizen or resident).

How to apply:

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your current resume including contact details of two professional referees

Pre-service teachers and graduates are encouraged to include completed practicum reports, mentor/referee statements, unofficial academic transcript for current course of study

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

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