Teacher - English - Literacy Specialist

This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible

Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on our staff's commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS. All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour & performance. We take an approach that is inclusive, explicit and supports all students and staff to achieve success.

The school has worked hard to build a positive reputation for the excellent educational opportunities it offers students, the exceptional support for staff development and professional growth, and for its high standards of achievement.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.hedlandshs.wa.edu.au, Schools Online or by viewing our video below.

The Role

Teachers in the Hedland SHS English team are focused on facilitating outstanding student outcomes and empowering every learner. We are a collaborative, supportive and close-knit team in a way that only a high-quality regional school can be. Our data-informed practice ensures improvement for all students.

The Literacy Specialist will be a critical part of the English team but will also lead Hedland SHS staff to improve literacy outcomes for students in all curriculum areas.

The successful applicant will have a deep knowledge of literacy diagnostic testing and intervention programs, with a proven ability to improve stu…