National Support and Advice for Teachers and Technicians

[Teresa]

Hi Everyone,
I am very pleased to give you an Update on the National Support and Advice for Teachers of Science and School Laboratory Technicians: see attached flyer (below) for background information.

This project is managed by the Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) in consultation with Science Education Technicians Australia (SETA) and is supported by Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) funding. This is a four year trial with the intention of it being sustained beyond the term of the project

ASTA currently has two job opportunities for this project available: a School Science Teaching Support Officer and a School Science Laboratory Support Officer. Both roles comprise:

Flexible work hours
Not location specific - can work from home
Permanent part time

There is scope for considering a single, full-time appointment if a candidate feels they are suitable for both roles.
Questions should be directed to Vic Dobos, ASTA CEO, at ceo@asta.edu.au or (02) 6282 9377.

The closing date for applications for both roles is 11 March 2013.


School Science Laboratory Support Officer
This is a rare opportunity to join ASTA’s dedicated team as the inaugural Laboratory Support Officer. It offers:
· Flexible work hours.
· Not location specific – can work from home.
· Permanent part time
In this exciting role, you will assist an authoritative panel disseminate technical advice and facilitate the development of a national online advisory service supporting school laboratory technicians and science educators.

Are you a qualified school science laboratory technician looking for your next role?
Maybe you are seeking flexibility to balance your family commitments or enhance your lifestyle aspirations.

The Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) is keen to appoint a Laboratory Support Officer to be instrumental in delivering upon a joint project with the Department of Education, Employment & Workplace Relations (DEEWR). In association with members of Science Education Technicians Australia (SETA) you will be working to support and enable a national online advisory service. Managed by ASTA, the service will develop and deliver online advice and technical support to guide school science laboratory technicians and science educators with whom they work on safe practices in school science laboratories.

Interested?
This newly created role offers a terrific opportunity to combine your experience with a true work life balance. Work from home or at ASTA’s well-appointed offices located in Canberra.
In order to be first in line for this unique opportunity, you will need the following:
o Relevant experience and qualifications
o Ability to build rapport with science educators
o Exceptional communication skills
o Have a passion for ‘hands on’ science
o Be self-motivated
Salary: to be negotiated based on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.


School Science Teaching Support Officer
This is a rare opportunity to join ASTA’s dedicated national team as the inaugural Teaching Support Officer. It offers:
· Flexible work hours.
· Not location specific – can work from home.
· Permanent part time
Supported by a team of expert advisors, you will facilitate the development of a national support network providing advice aligned to the Australian Science Curriculum. In addition, you will manage the development of a suite of practical and innovative educational activities and resources to support primary and secondary science teachers.

Are you a qualified school science teacher looking for your next role?
Maybe you are seeking flexibility to balance your family commitments or enhance your lifestyle aspirations.

The Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) is seeking to appoint a Teaching Support Officer to be instrumental in delivering upon a joint project with the Department of Education, Employment & Workplace Relations (DEEWR). In association and collaboration with members of the state and territory science teacher associations you will be working to develop and support a national online advisory service for science teachers. Managed by ASTA, the service will provide timely and accurate advice to teachers across all year level of schooling. In addition, the service will develop a suite of engaging and contemporary activities and resources that maintains creates and fosters interest in science.

Interested?
This newly created role offers a terrific opportunity to combine your teaching experience with a true work life balance. Work from home or at our well-appointed offices located in Canberra.
In order to be first in line for this unique opportunity, you will need the following:
o Experienced and passionate science educator
o Through understanding of the Australian science Curriculum
o Exceptional communication skills
o Innovation and creativity in the development quality new resources
o Be self-motivated and show initiative
Salary: to be negotiated based on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.


To obtain detailed information and/or to apply for either of these positions:
o Download the job specifications and selection criteria on the ASTA website http://www.asta.edu.au.
o Send completed applications to ceo@asta.edu.au.
o Applications close 5pm Monday 11 March, 2013.


Kind Regards
Teresa Gigengack
SETA Facilitator