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College Teachers

Location: Fairbridge College Kalgoorlie Campus, WA

Position: Full-time

Welcome to Fairbridge College –an extraordinary multi-campus independent CARE school overseen by Fairbridge WA Inc., a prominent youth charity dedicated to nurturing the potential of young individuals for educational and training achievements. Catering to students in years 7-12, our institution stands out for its commitment to cultivating a deeper understanding of learning, fostering self-assurance, and instilling resilience and a growth-oriented mindset in our students.

At Fairbridge College, our emphasis lies in tailoring the curriculum to meet the unique needs of each student. We provide comprehensive educational pathways, coupled with immersive holistic support and an innovative learning environment. Our mission is to create a nurturing space where young minds flourish, enabling them to not only grow personally but also become agents of positive, sustainable change within themselves, their families, and the wider community.

Join us at Fairbridge College and embark on a journey where education meets empowerment, shaping futures and fostering impactful transformations.

Fairbridge College at Kalgoorlie Campus provides an embedded commitment to giving back to the community and collaborates closely with local organisations within the Goldfields to support educational programs offered at the college. Students are empowered to have a voice, make change and work with staff to create a sustainable school environment that is welcoming for all students. As a teacher at Fairbridge College, Kalgoorlie you are provided support and opportunities to expand your classroom beyond a room. Utilising the space available onsite or many of the unique learning environments the Goldfields offer.

About You

Teachers at Fairbridge are highly diverse and very hands-on, demonstrating flexibility, patience, and understanding when dealing with students, staff, and parents.

The successful candidate will:

  • Be eager to build relationships with young people who are either disengaged or at risk of disengaging from school.
  • Have the capacity to creatively teach literacy and/or numeracy to students who are academically several years behind.
  • Have an interest in trauma-informed practice and techniques (we will provide training)
  • Demonstrate

Candidates will be highly regarded if they have:

  • Qualifications and experience working with students that have specific learning disabilities or communication disorders.
  • The capacity to teach across multiple learning areas.
  • A LR/MR license and can drive a bus.

Fairbridge College is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. All applicants will be required to provide a National Police Clearance and Working with Children’s Check in accordance with this policy. The successful applicant will have current registration with TRBWA or be eligible for registration.

To apply

Please forward a covering letter, CV, and contact details for 3 referees to Kim Tantrum at kim.tantrum@fairbridge.asn.au
For more information, please send your e-mail to Jayde McKenzie, Campus Principal at jmckenzie@fairbridge.wa.edu.au
The College reserves the right to appoint to any of these positions prior to the closing date for applications.

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Fairbridge WA Inc. acknowledges and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the traditional owners of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.