GERRIC, run within the School of Education in the Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture, is currently seeking casual teaching staff who would be eligible to teach the ‘Mini Certificate of Gifted Education (Mini-COGE)’. The Mini-COGE is a 16-hour professional learning workshop for teachers on the nature of giftedness, the characteristics of gifted students, the identification of gifted students, and how to differentiate curriculum to meet the needs of gifted students.

Eligible candidates will possess the following experience/interests:

• A flexible schedule to allow for 2-day delivery across NSW (and occasionally interstate) face to face and/or online as required.
• Experience in a high school and/or primary school setting
• Understand and have experience with the NSW and Australian curriculum, and the differentiation of this curriculum to meet student needs. For more information about GERRIC and the Mini-COGE, please visit: https://www.unsw.edu.au/arts-design-architecture/our-schools/education/professional-learning/gerric-gifted-education

Applicants must meet the following selection criteria:

• Master of Education (Gifted Education), Postgraduate Certificate in Gifted Education or PhD in Gifted Education.
• Have demonstrated relevant teaching experience in Gifted Education.
• Willing to undertake professional training to be able to deliver professional learning on behalf of UNSW School of Education.
• Available to travel in NSW.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are familiar with both the NSW and Australian curriculum.
• Previous experience conducting professional learning is also desirable.
• Availability to work during school terms.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Additional Information 

The EOI portal will allow you to select which courses you would like to teach and the extent of your qualifications and experience so we can better assess your suitability and potentially meet your need for flexibility. 

You will be contacted for an interview if your skills, qualifications, and experience are suitable. All employment details, including the duties required, duration of employment and relevant pay rates, will be confirmed with the successful applicant(s) prior to the commencement of duty. Offers of employment will be made in accordance with the UNSW (Academic Staff) Enterprise Agreement. https://www.hr.unsw.edu.au/services/salaries/casacsal.html

Please note that you must have working rights in Australia and have an Australian bank account. Overseas applications cannot be considered. 

Contact:

For additional information, please contact Joanna Walsh at:  joanna.walsh@unsw.edu.au. Please note: Applications must be submitted via the application portal. Emailed applications will not be considered.