Clinical Associate Professor and Director of UCSTEP

• Be part of a program shaping the future of teaching in Australia. Join the School-based Teacher Education Program, funded by Commonwealth funding
• Academic Levels C/D, Attractive Salary + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

About the opportunity:

University of Canberra School-based Teacher Education Program (UCSTEP) is an innovative employment-based pathway for Master of Primary and Secondary Teaching students. From day one, UCSTEP students will be employed as Teaching Fellows in ACT government schools.

To deliver this groundbreaking program, the University of Canberra is seeking dedicated professionals for the following roles. Students will receive support from a school-based mentor and a UCSTEP instructional coach.

As the Director of UCSTEP you will be providing overall program leadership, engaging with school and system leaders, delivering professional learning for mentors and instructional coaches, and teaching selected units within the program.

Essential requirements for this role:

A Master of Education degree or equivalent (PhD desirable), experience as a teacher, and experience in educational leadership roles within schools and/or school systems.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.

Submit your CV through the “Apply Now” tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Mr Peter Carling, Faculty Manager on 02 62015117 or email [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 17^th November 2024