Assistant Principal & Classroom Leader

NSW Government; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Medowie Public School within the NSW Department of Education invites applications for the role of Assistant Principal/Classroom Teacher in the Port Stephens network. The school serves 388 students across 14 primary classes and four support classes, with a focus on evidence-informed teaching and Positive Behaviour for Learning.

The successful candidate will balance leadership with teaching responsibilities, drive whole-school wellbeing initiatives, and collaborate with staff to improve student

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice.
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs.
• Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams.
• Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents.
• Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate capacity to balance the dual role of Assistant Principal and classroom teacher, deliver exemplary teaching and collaborate with colleagues to drive school priorities and improve learning outcomes for all students.
• Proven experience in embedding whole-school approaches to student wellbeing that strengthen relationships with all stakeholders and foster a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Demonstrate ability to build the capability and leadership of others through effective coaching and mentoring, including working side-by-side with colleagues and confidently navigating professional conversations.

Job description

Medowie Public School within the NSW Department of Education invites applications for the role of Assistant Principal/Classroom Teacher in the Port Stephens network. The school serves 388 students across 14 primary classes and four support classes, with a focus on evidence-informed teaching and Positive Behaviour for Learning.

The successful candidate will balance leadership with teaching responsibilities, drive whole-school wellbeing initiatives, and collaborate with staff to improve student