School Principal
PRINCIPAL Required for Independent School
A Principal is required for a new Independent School commencing third term 2010. The YMCA Vocational School is a Special Assistance School located in Kingston, Logan City. The Principal is responsible for developing, recommending and implementing strategies, policies and practices that complement and are consistent with Y-Care (SEQ) Inc, YMCA and Educational Authority requirements
The Principal will be able to teach in a variety of key subject areas if required, that will ensure the effective and efficient operation of the YMCA Vocational School. The success of the position depends on the ability of the Principal to provide leadership, mentoring and supervision in a flexible education environment that provides education and support services to marginalised young men and women completing years 8 – 12.
Please refer to or download the job description for the position below
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:
- A Registered teacher with the Queensland College of Teachers, and possession of a positive notice Blue Card
- Demonstrated teaching competence and capacity to provide curriculum leadership leading to the achievement of quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community.
- Capacity to use strategic thinking and analytical skills to influence the educational agenda
- Capacity to manage effectively human, financial and physical resources to deliver high quality organisational outcomes.
- Ability to work within the ethos and framework of Y-Care (SEQ) Inc and YMCA
- Capacity to develop and maintain an organisational culture based on ethical professional and personal behaviours and corporate values.
- Willingness to adhere to safe work practices and procedures according to Work Place Health & Safety Legislation Y-Care and YMCA Safety Policies and Procedures.
Please send a two page cover letter addressing the above with a resume to
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Closing date: 4pm 19th March 2010
