Debating Coordinator
Kambala
794 New South Head Road, Rose Bay NSW 2029
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
Job overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Debating Coordinator to join our dynamic School.
Preference will be given to suitable applicants with qualifications and experience in successfully teaching and coaching Public Speaking, 'Future Problem Solving' and/or Debating. Applicants seeking full-time and part-time employment are welcome to apply.
The key responsibilities of the position include (but are not limited to):
- coordinating, managing and leading the school debating program;
- demonstrating a sound knowledge of state, national and international debating and speaking competitions and opportunities;
- teaching, coaching debating, public speaking teams;
- liaising effectively with relevant staff at Kambala;
- managing participation in competitions including being present, scheduling, site arrangements, awards, catering and other requirements of specific events;
- coordinating teams and coaches and their participation in competitions;
- supporting, training and evaluate coaches
- small teaching load may also be a requirement of this role.
We are looking for a teacher who:
- is passionate about communication, public speaking and debating;
- has a natural rapport with staff and girls;
- has the ability to effectively communicate with staff, students and parents;
- has the ability to engage students and inspire them to obtain the best results;
- has a commitment to ongoing professional learning;
- will be highly organized and hold strong administrative skills;
- can demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written and oral skills;
- possesses a teaching background is highly desirable;
- will actively support the ethos of this Anglican Independent School.
The successful applicant will have to be able to supply a current Working with Children Check Number or Application Number.
Please note that only candidates successful in progressing to interview stage will be contacted.
Applications should include the names of at least two referees and curriculum vitae in addition to your academic transcript.
HR Manager
Kambala
danielle_kassoua@kambala.nsw.edu.au
794 New South Head Road
ROSE BAY NSW 2029
Telephone 02 9388 6777
www.kambala.nsw.edu.au
Applications close: 23 March 2020
About Kambala
Kambala is an all-girls, non-selective, Anglican, independent, all-through day and boarding school in New South Wales, serving students from the age of 4-18. The all-through school is situated in Rose Bay, and overlooks the Sydney Harbour.
Kambala was founded in 1997. The current principal has been there since 2014. It is divided into three sites: the school’s early learning centre, a primary school and a secondary school. The school places a huge importance on IT skills, seeing all students equipped with their own iPad from primary school. It is vital to the all-through school that teachers benefit from professional training opportunities in a welcoming and stimulating working environment.
Acting principal
Shane Hogan
Facilities
Kambala boasts a wide range of modern learning facilities across its three campuses, including multi-purpose halls, multiple play areas, a 25-metre swimming pool, a large, well-stocked library, extensive outdoor grounds, science laboratories, photography lighting rooms and sports courts.
Curriculum
The all-through school offers a broad and varied curriculum, including an extensive range of languages - French, Japanese, Latin or Mandarin. In secondary school, pupils work to study towards the International Baccalaureate (IB). Extracurricular activities are available for students to get involved in, ranging from sports to a school choir. There is also private tutoring for students requiring additional help.
School ethos
Kamala works to inspire and teach students the relevant and skills, knowledge and attitudes that will put them in good stead for their future lives, and nurtures them as respectful, disciplined, inclusive and caring young adults, following the values of humanity, courage, wonder and respect. The school wants to inspire all girls to be the best version of themselves and that are aware of their social responsibilities to society.
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