<p>The Association of Independent Schools of NSW (AISNSW) is the peak body for independent schools in NSW and provides a range of services to independent schools across NSW and the ACT. </p><p>We are currently seeking a <b>full-time consultant</b> with expertise in the <b>K-6 curriculum</b>, including PDHPE. </p><p>The Teaching &amp; Learning Portfolio works across all curriculum areas K-12. We have the privilege of providing support to NSW Independent schools through professional learning experiences. </p><p>The consultant who joins the portfolio will work across the K-6 curriculum, including PDHPE. They will be at the leading edge of the NSW Curriculum Reform as the implementation of the new syllabuses begins. They will also work in our long-term initiatives which support healthy eating and physical activity, and road safety education in primary schools. </p><p><b>Overview of the Role </b></p><p>The role of an Education Consultant at AISNSW typically involves designing and delivering professional learning in a variety of ways. These can be face-to-face, remote, bespoke sessions, large conferences and coaching for individuals or groups including school leaders, classroom teachers and professional support staff. </p><p>Education Consultants are supported within AISNSW to use the principles of Adult Learning Design to create high-quality professional learning experiences. </p><p>This position will involve supporting teachers and leaders in NSW Independent schools with the implementation of the K-6 curriculum, including all Key Learning Areas. Skills and experience in teaching PDHPE in NSW will be advantageous. The successful applicant will have a thorough understanding of evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning in primary schools. </p><p>This position also involves working within a small team to provide support to primary schools in road safety education.</p><p><b>You will work both collaboratively and independently to: </b></p><ul><li>Design and deliver professional learning for teachers in NSW Independent schools; anchored in the principles of adult learning </li><li>Represent AISNSW and the NSW independent school sector on committees and reference groups</li><li>Contribute to and support the range of projects and activities across the organisation</li><li>Design, share, implement and reflect on practices and approaches that work well to effect change and build capabilities in schools </li><li>Create and use resources which support schools and teachers </li><li>Contribute to the organisation of AISNSW events </li><li>Contribute to the broader work of the Teaching and Learning portfolio. </li></ul><p><b>To be successful in this position, you will: </b></p><ul><li>Demonstrate a service-oriented approach </li><li>Have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills </li><li>Work confidently and capably independently </li><li>Thrive in an energetic and dynamic team environment </li><li>Be organised and able to manage your time well </li><li>Be highly engaged with current educational research and its practical application </li><li>Have skill in building and strengthening professional relationships in diverse settings </li></ul><p><b>Education and Experience </b></p><p>You will have: </p><ul><li>An appreciation of the diversity of independent schools </li><li>Qualifications, experience and expertise in teaching Primary, and experience in teaching the NSW Curriculum K-6, including the current PDHPE syllabus </li><li>NSW Working with Children Check </li><li>NSW Driver’s Licence </li></ul><p><i>As part of the application process, applicants should provide a Statement of Suitability for the Role (one page) indicating how their education and experience has made them suitable for this role specifically. </i></p><p><b>General conditions of the role </b></p><p><b>Hours of Work: </b>The role is full-time. Flexible work arrangements are available that include a combination of working away from the office, as well as dedicated time for collaboration with colleagues in the office. Face-to-face visits to schools are prioritised when considering arrangements of an education consultant’s calendar. </p><p><b>Annual Leave: </b>Four weeks annual leave is provided </p><p><b>Travel:</b> State-wide travel is a feature of the role. This often involves spending a night away and may occasionally involve consecutive nights. </p><p><b>Professional Learning:</b> Professional learning opportunities that develop and support career development are available in consultation with the Associate Chief Executive: Teaching and Learning throughout the year. A meeting for all staff is held once per term that is tailored to be informative, practical and collaborative in nature. </p><p><b>Reporting Line: </b>This role reports directly to the Associate Chief Executive: Teaching and Learning. All positions are overseen by the Chief Executive and the Chief Operating Officer. </p><p><b>Application Process </b></p><p>Candidates are required to provide a: </p><ul><li>Covering letter </li><li>Statement of Suitability for the Role uploaded with the covering letter </li><li>Copy of Resume </li></ul><p>Applications close <b>Friday 22 July 2022.</b></p><p>Please direct any questions to: </p><p>Margaret Molloy<br />Manager: Human Resources<br />Phone: (02) 9299 2845<br />Email: recruitment&#64;aisnsw.edu.</p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>