Head of Science Education: Inspire, Lead & Innovate

Educationhq

Parramatta

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Macarthur Girls High School is seeking an experienced Head Teacher Science to lead the development and delivery of the Science curriculum for a diverse student body in Parramatta. The role focuses on improving teaching practice through evidence-informed planning, assessment, and reporting, while supporting staff and fostering collaboration across departments.

The successful candidate will drive curriculum implementation, mentor teachers, and contribute to whole-school priorities.

Qualifications

  • Approval to teach Science with capacity to implement the new Science curriculum and effective assessment practices.
  • Ability to build staff capability through collaborative leadership and high expectations.
  • Ability to work with the executive team to lead whole-school initiatives.
  • Passion and commitment to promoting Science through extracurriculars and community partnerships.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of the new Science curriculum and develop effective assessment, feedback and reporting practices.
  • Drive data-informed decision making to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
  • Build staff capability and performance through collaborative leadership and supportive culture.
  • Collaborate with the executive team to advance school priorities and whole-school initiatives.
  • Promote Science through engaging extracurricular opportunities and community partnerships.

Skills

Educational leadership
Data-informed practice
Communication
Collaboration
Resource planning
Aboriginal education policy

Education

Teacher accreditation/approval to teach Science

Job description

Macarthur Girls High School is seeking an experienced Head Teacher Science to lead the development and delivery of the Science curriculum for a diverse student body in Parramatta. The role focuses on improving teaching practice through evidence-informed planning, assessment, and reporting, while supporting staff and fostering collaboration across departments.

The successful candidate will drive curriculum implementation, mentor teachers, and contribute to whole-school priorities.

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