An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and dedicated Secondary Teacher to join the team at Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre (BYETC).

Job details

About the school:

BYETC is a Department of Education school operating within the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre at Wacol. The school plays an important role in the community by providing young people in detention with opportunities to gain knowledge, skills, and values that enhance their capacity to pursue positive choices in the future.

BYETC offers a supportive learning environment with a focus on improving literacy, numeracy, vocational and personal skills. BYETC operates in a multi-agency environment and teachers are support by staff from a range of other government departments especially Youth Justice and Queensland Health personnel.

Reporting to the mathematics Head of Department the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality and compliant training that results in successful student outcomes. You will support students using a personalised learning approach, maintain records of student progress and contribute to the continuous improvement and strategic direction of the mathematics faculty and the school.

Experience in delivering vocational training will be highly valued, as will a demonstrated capacity to build relationships and networks with stakeholders to support young people.

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

See opportunities below: 

• Mathematics Teacher 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.

Applicants for these positions must possess:

• The ability to teach Vocational Educational and Training mathematics courses
• The ability to differentiate the curriculum for students with differing ability levels
• The ability to collaborate with a team and contribute positively to team culture
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with students with complex needs
• High level of word processing skills and the ability to use classroom technology such as interactive whiteboards
• Possession of a TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• 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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