Head of Science Department

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Zealand, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Lead and oversee the Science department across all CGA educational formats.

• Maintain consistently high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment.

• Conduct learning walks, lesson observations, and review recordings, while providing feedback and coaching.

• Facilitate department meetings focused on teaching practices, curriculum development, student progress, and professional growth.

• Mentor, onboard, and develop teachers, including those new to da Vinci.

• Support teacher performance through professional development cycles, evaluations, and targeted interventions.

• Guide curriculum planning and reviews in alignment with applicable A-Level specifications and international standards.

• Keep the team updated on changes in curriculum and examination board requirements.

• Oversee preparation for internal and external examinations, including moderation and post-exam analysis.

• Ensure compliance with JCQ and relevant examination board standards.

• Utilize assessment and benchmarking data to track student progress and identify opportunities for intervention or extension.

• Collaborate with teachers, Deans, and the Inclusion Manager to support students needing additional academic assistance.

• Serve as an escalation point for complex academic issues and engage with parents when further support is necessary.

• Review student reports and ensure timely, high-quality academic feedback.

• Advocate for excellent digital pedagogy and effective use of CGA learning platforms.

• Collaborate with leaders in digital learning and emerging technologies on innovative teaching strategies.

• Support the recruitment, induction, and continuous development of departmental staff.

• Teach classes as assigned by the Principal and exemplify outstanding classroom practices.

• Participate in parent evenings, school events, professional development, and broader CGA initiatives.

• Report directly to the Principal.

• Allocate 10 release periods from a total of 22 teaching periods.

⛳️ Requirements

• Qualified and experienced secondary teacher with in-depth subject knowledge.

• Experienced or emerging academic leader capable of inspiring and developing others.

• Strong comprehension of A-Level curriculum, assessment, and examination standards.

• Experience with international examination programs is highly desirable.

• Proficient in utilizing student performance data to guide teaching, intervention, and departmental strategies.

• Skilled in curriculum development, assessment planning, and quality assurance processes.

• Comfortable providing constructive feedback, coaching, and performance support to teachers.

• Confident in using digital learning platforms and online teaching methods.

• Passionate about innovative education and the effective integration of emerging technologies.

• Excellent communicator capable of building strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and senior leaders.

• Highly organized, collaborative, and dedicated to continuous improvement.

• Committed to inclusive teaching and upholding consistently high academic standards.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources.

• Engagement in a vibrant school community with a focus on innovation.