Secondary Digital Technologies Teacher – Media & STEM - Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Dale Christian College WA; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dale Christian College in Armadale, Western Australia, is seeking a full-time Secondary Digital Technologies Teacher – Media & STEM to join our K–12 College. Commencing Term 1, 2027, the successful applicant will teach across Years 7–12, collaborating with leadership, staff and IT teams to deliver high-quality Christian education.

The role requires knowledge of WA Curriculum for Digital Technologies/Media Arts, ability to cover multiple tech subjects and a commitment to student wellbeing and

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualifications for Secondary teaching in WA
• Ability to teach Digital Technologies, Media and/or STEM
• Sound curriculum knowledge in Digital Technologies, Media Arts and STEM
• Capacity to teach senior-secondary courses and SCSA pathways is valued
• Contemporary practical capability in digital technologies (programming, data, networks, robotics, digital production)
• Strong planning, differentiation, assessment and feedback skills
• Ability to follow child-safe policies and professional standards

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Digital Technologies, Media and STEM learning aligned with WA Curriculum and SCSA/WACE where applicable
• Teach programming, data, digital systems, networks, automation, robotics and digital solutions
• Develop student capability in media creation, storytelling, editing and critical media literacy
• Embed safe digital practice: privacy, copyright, cybersecurity, AI ethics
• Use evidence-informed teaching, project-based learning and differentiation to meet diverse learners
• Assess, record and report on student achievement; use data for intervention and program improvement
• Maintain classroom routines and manage devices, software and spaces
• Collaborate with colleagues and College IT staff; participate in meetings and college events
• Collaborate in curriculum planning and moderation; contribute to resources and student projects
• Follow policies for student work, media consent and digital file management
• Attend professional learning and enrichment opportunities

Job description

Secondary Digital Technologies Teacher – Media & STEM - Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Secondary Digital Technologies Teacher – Media & STEM - Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Reports to: Deputy Principal (Secondary)

EBA/Award: Dale Christian College employment agreement and/or the Educational Services Teachers) Award

Employment Type: Full Time / Permanent – Secondary Teaching Position

Dale Christian College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary Digital Technologies Teacher – Media & STEM to join our K–12 College in an ongoing role commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with Secondary Leadership, teaching colleagues and support staff to deliver high-quality Christian education and contribute positively to the academic, pastoral and cultural life of the College.

About Dale Christian College:

Dale is a K–12 College located in Armadale, Western Australia. As a ministry of the Armadale Congregational Church, the College is committed to providing affordable, quality Christian education within a caring and purposeful learning environment. At Dale, we seek to support every student to grow academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally, while clearly hearing the claims of Christ on their life through the teaching, care and witness of our staff and College community.

About This Role:

This is a full-time Secondary classroom teaching position commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will teach Digital Technologies, Media and STEM across Years 7–12 as appropriate to qualifications, experience, timetable allocations and College needs. Relevant experience in Applied Information Technology (AIT) or other Technologies subjects will be valued

Applicants should have sound knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum relevant to Digital Technologies and/or Media Arts, and the capacity to deliver engaging, practical STEM learning. Experience teaching senior-secondary courses, including relevant SCSA pathways, will be highly regarded but is not essential for every applicant.

The position focuses on high-quality teaching, classroom practice, assessment, student engagement and collaborative curriculum planning. It is not a learning-area coordination or operational IT support role. Collaboration with the College’s IT Manager and technical staff will be relevant when planning effective and safe use of educational technology.

Key Teaching Responsibilities:

Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Digital Technologies, Media and STEM learning experiences aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum and, where applicable, SCSA WACE course requirements.

Teach students to apply computational thinking, problem-solving and design processes through appropriate areas such as programming, data, digital systems, networks, automation, robotics and digital solutions, according to curriculum and available resources.

Develop students’ capability to analyse, create and communicate through media, including appropriate digital production processes, visual and audio storytelling, editing, publishing and critical media literacy.

Embed safe, ethical and responsible digital practice, including privacy, copyright, intellectual property, cybersecurity awareness, digital citizenship, appropriate use of artificial intelligence and consideration of the social impacts of technology.

Use evidence-informed teaching strategies, explicit instruction, project-based learning and differentiation to meet diverse learning needs and build student agency, creativity and technical capability.

Assess, record and report on student achievement, providing timely and constructive feedback and using student achievement data to inform teaching, intervention, extension and program improvement.

Maintain effective classroom and practical-work routines, including appropriate management of devices, specialist equipment, digital files, student accounts, software and production spaces.

Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff, and participate fully in staff meetings, professional learning, College events, pastoral or Homeroom responsibilities, playground and relief duties, and other reasonable responsibilities associated with the role.

Collaborative Curriculum and Professional Responsibilities (Teaching Role):

Collaborate with teaching colleagues and Secondary Leadership in planning, reviewing and refining subject programs, units, assessment tasks and moderation processes.

Contribute ideas and practical expertise to Digital Technologies, Media and STEM resources, learning environments and student projects without holding formal learning-area leadership or budget accountability.

Participate in relevant professional learning, curriculum updates and appropriate competitions, showcases or student enrichment opportunities.

Follow College procedures for student work, media consent, privacy, copyright, equipment safety and digital file management.

Selection Criteria

Applicants must:

Demonstrate a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ, active involvement in a Christian church or faith community, acceptance of the College’s Statement of Faith, and a commitment to supporting the Christian mission and ethos of Dale Christian College.

Possess recognised teaching qualifications appropriate for Secondary teaching in Western Australia, with capacity to teach Digital Technologies, Media and/or STEM.

Demonstrate sound curriculum knowledge and teaching capability in one or more of Digital Technologies, Media Arts and STEM, with willingness to contribute across the advertised teaching areas as supported by qualifications and experience.

Demonstrate contemporary practical capability in relevant digital technologies, which may include programming, data, networks, digital systems, robotics, web/app development, multimedia production, video/audio editing or related tools and platforms.

Demonstrate strong skills in curriculum planning, project-based learning, differentiation, classroom management, assessment, moderation, feedback and the use of student achievement data.

Demonstrate sound knowledge of digital safety, privacy, copyright, cybersecurity awareness, ethical technology use and responsible management of student digital work and accounts.

Demonstrate effective interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with colleagues, students and families.

Demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver engaging Secondary learning programs, support student progress and participate in relevant enrichment or co-curricular opportunities.

Demonstrate responsible use of classroom equipment and resources and the capacity to work collaboratively with the College’s IT Manager and technical staff.

The ability to build positive and supportive relationships with Secondary students, staff and families.

Professional integrity, sound judgement, reflective practice, ongoing professional learning and teaching practice aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

A willingness to follow College policies, procedures, professional expectations and lawful directions.

A commitment to maintaining a child-safe, inclusive and healthy workplace and learning environment, exercising appropriate duty of care and supporting student wellbeing.

Hold current Teacher Registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA), or be eligible for appropriate registration prior to commencement. Limited Registration may be considered where appropriate.

A current Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance and valid Australian work rights, or willingness/eligibility to obtain these prior to commencement.

Why join Dale Christian College?

Opportunity to teach and develop engaging Digital Technologies, Media and STEM learning experiences.

Scope to contribute ideas to contemporary Years 7–12 teaching programs and student opportunities.

Collaborative relationship with Secondary Leadership, teaching colleagues and the College IT team.

Supportive, caring and faith-centred school community.

A meaningful opportunity to serve in Christian education and contribute to future-focused learning.