<p>Oakhill College is an Independent Catholic Secondary School conducted in the Lasallian tradition, with an enrolment of 2,200 students, boys Years 7 to 10, co-educational in Years 11 and 12. Oakhill College is located in Castle Hill, NSW, and offers a wide range of subject choices and extra-curricular activities.</p><p>We value our people, so along with access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and paid parental leave, we offer a range of benefits to our employees. These include generous long service leave entitlements, flu vaccinations, and ongoing professional development opportunities.</p><p>The College is committed to innovative high-quality teaching and learning and offers excellent facilities and resources. Offering staff a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team environment with an emphasis on community, academic excellence, pastoral care, and development.</p><p><strong>Applications are invited from suitably experienced applicants for the following position.</strong></p><p><strong>Director of Teaching &amp; Learning </strong></p><p><strong>(Coordinator 4)</strong></p><p><strong>Commencing as soon as possible in Term 1, 2025</strong></p><p>The Director of Teaching &amp; Learning (DTL) plays a pivotal role in advancing academic excellence at Oakhill College. Reporting to the Principal and Assistant Principal Curriculum, the DTL leads the College’s strategic vision for research-based pedagogy, driving professional development, and managing NESA teacher accreditation requirements.</p><p>The DTL fosters a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring educators have access to contemporary educational research and are supported in implementing consistent, effective classroom practices. By enhancing the Oakhill Learning Framework, the DTL promotes academic rigor and empowers students to achieve optimal learning outcomes while addressing the evolving needs of modern educators.</p><p><strong>The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate knowledge of, and experience in, the key areas listed below:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Design and lead induction programs</strong> for new teachers, introducing Oakhill College’s distinctive academic programs and pedagogy.</li><li><strong>Develop and oversee professional development programs</strong>, including partnerships with universities and whole-school initiatives grounded in contemporary research.</li><li><strong>Drive teaching excellence</strong> by embedding effective teaching and learning practices and supporting classroom observations and feedback.</li><li><strong>Collaborate with leadership teams</strong> to shape the academic tone of the College and align practices with strategic goals.</li><li><strong>Promote a thriving academic culture</strong> through innovative strategies that enable students to excel.</li><li><strong>Provide expertise on educational research and pedagogy</strong>, informing decisions for continuous improvement.</li><li><strong>Support teacher accreditation</strong> at all levels, ensuring compliance with NESA requirements and guiding career progression.</li><li><strong>Manage the Professional Learning budget</strong> and align professional development activities with strategic priorities.</li><li><strong>Engage with the community</strong> through newsletters, parent presentations, and initiatives that enhance understanding of the College’s learning model.</li><li><strong>Lead professional learning committees</strong>, identifying staff development needs and delivering targeted programs to foster a culture of growth.</li></ul><p><strong>The successful applicant will:</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrate a clear understanding and commitment to the Mission of the Catholic School;</li><li>Adhere to the Colleges Safeguarding Standards and Child Protection policies and procedures;</li><li>Teach with excellence, professionalism and commitment;</li><li>Be supportive of the Lasallian ethos of the College;</li><li>Be committed to professional growth and development of excellence;</li><li>Be an experienced, innovative, and engaging team member;</li><li>Have the ability to relate to both girls and boys, with practical knowledge of boys&#39; educational issues and initiatives in the foundation years (Stages 4–6);</li><li>Be committed to professional growth and development of excellence.</li></ul><p><i><strong>The appointment is for an initial period of up to 3 years, renewable by mutual agreement.</strong></i></p><p><strong>Please refer to the position description for further information.</strong></p><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p><p><strong>APPLICATION MUST BE MADE ON-LINE VIA THE COLLEGE WEBSITE</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.oakhill.nsw.edu.au/employment" rel="nofollow">https://www.oakhill.nsw.edu.au/employment</a></p><p>To apply for the role, candidates need to submit a covering letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date curriculum vitae that clearly details their relevant skills and experience. </p><p>Oakhill College is committed to child safety and Safeguarding Standards and the health, safety and wellbeing of our students, staff, and school community. Rigorous checks will be conducted prior to confirmation of employment including; NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Police Check, references, background, identity, work rights, COVID-19 vaccination, and statutory checks. </p><p>Vaccination against COVID-19 or a valid medical contraindication to COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of any offer of employment by Oakhill College. Vaccination means two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. A valid medical contraindication must be in accordance with ATAGI guidelines. Applicants are required to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status as part of their application for employment. Any offer of employment will be conditional on the applicant providing evidence of their vaccination status, which may be an immunisation history statement, COVID-19 digital certificate or approved medical contraindication certificate. </p><p><strong>Applications close at 9:00am on Tuesday 26 November 2024</strong></p><p><strong>Please note: We will consider candidates as they apply and encourage early application. Interviews may commence prior to the closure date.</strong></p><p><strong>No recruitment agencies please.</strong></p>