Teacher - Technology and Applied Studies - Nimbin Central School

About this role

Position InformationNimbin Central School is a K–12 school located 31kms from Lismore and 34kms from Kyogle in a sub-tropical hinterland on the far north coast, sharing a rich cultural connection with the Widgabal Wai-bal people of the Bundjalung nation. Nimbin has a diverse community that reflects the past and celebrates the future through innovation and sustainability. There are currently 220 students at the school with a 17% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student population. The school is well resourced and has dedicated staff that know, value and care for all students. The school values diversity, creative and critical thinking and fosters a culture of collaboration and consultation between staff, students, and the wider community. There is a strong focus on Aboriginal education, Visible Learning, and differentiation in teaching and learning. The school is focused on developing the 4C Learning Dispositions to underpin the whole school culture. Nimbin Central School has an outstanding relationship with its local and greater community. Stage 6 operates on the Compressed Curriculum model for HSC delivery. In addition to the academic pursuits the school provides a broad range of activities including the performing arts, cultural, leadership and sporting experiences. Selection CriteriaApproval to teach Food Technology, Technology Mandatory (7-8) and Visual Arts. Demonstrated ability to provide strong classroom management to support positive, engaging classroom practices in a hands-on practical learning environment, catering to the needs of diverse student learners, High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) students and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Demonstrated ability to manage practical workspaces to ensure student safety, full participation and sustained engagement throughout lessons. Highly effective ability to use interpersonal skills to collaborate with a range of stakeholders including the Technology and Applied Studies (TAS) / Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) faculty, across Key Learning Area (KLAs) in a small school environment, and a rich and diverse community, with a focus on restorative practices. ConditionsAn unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity. Special NotesApplicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application. This advertisement qualifies for permanent part-time employment; therefore, applicants seeking either permanent full-time or permanent part-time work are encouraged to apply. Candidates must indicate their desired FTE (up to the maximum FTE of the advertised position) in their application prior to submission. Please note: • The FTE selection is final. • No changes (increase or decrease) will be permitted at the point of offer if you are the recommended applicant. • If no FTE is indicated, it will be assumed you are seeking the full FTE of the advertised role. Recommended applicants seeking part-time employment will be appointed at their nominated FTE. Any remaining FTE may be offered to applicants on the eligibility list, who are not obliged to accept. Further information can be found on the merit selection webpage. About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage. How to ApplyMerit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals provide clear advice for applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are available here. To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted. For technical support in applying for the role please contact School Recruitment Support at 1300 863 694.