Head Teacher, STEM & TAS – Founding Faculty Lead

Mobile; South (KY); On-site; USD 93,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Googong High School in NSW is recruiting a Head Teacher of Technological and Applied Studies to lead the interdisciplinary STEM faculty as a founding member. The role focuses on curriculum design, mentoring teachers, and coordinating TAS with Math and Science to drive student outcomes.

The position starts in term 4 to establish the new school structure, with responsibilities spanning curriculum refinement, staff preparation, and school operations support.

Qualifications

• Must satisfy teacher training and academic qualification requirements.
• Special selection criteria include leadership in STEM curriculum and strategic planning.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop staff and deliver quality teaching to all students.
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare to lead inclusive programs.
• Educational leadership to manage individuals and teams and resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of high-impact STEM curriculum across faculty.
• Plan for rapid growth and expansion of the TAS/Interdisciplinary programs.
• Develop staff and support incoming teachers during school setup.
• Refine curriculum design and assist in operational setup of the new school.
• Collaborate across Mathematics, Science and TAS to maximise student outcomes.

Skills

STEM curriculum

Strategic leadership

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum knowledge

Educational leadership

Education

Teaching qualification

Full NSW teaching approval

Job description

Googong High School in NSW is recruiting a Head Teacher of Technological and Applied Studies to lead the interdisciplinary STEM faculty as a founding member. The role focuses on curriculum design, mentoring teachers, and coordinating TAS with Math and Science to drive student outcomes.

The position starts in term 4 to establish the new school structure, with responsibilities spanning curriculum refinement, staff preparation, and school operations support.