JOB: University of Western Sydney

UWS POSITION STATEMENT

POSITION DETAILS:

Position Title:

Lecturer in Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

(PDHPE) Curriculum and Pedagogy (K-12)

Academic Level:

B

Establishment No:

School/Office:

School of Education

CONTEXT:

The University of Western Sydney (UWS) is a large multi-campus university servicing a diverse

range of students.

From 2012, the academic structure of UWS will comprise ten Schools, being organisational

groups of staff and students which may be located over several campuses. The Dean of each

School reports directly to the Vice-Chancellor, and is responsible for the strategic development

and management of the School’s academic offerings, research profile, services to students

and enterprise culture, within the overall objectives and strategic and policy framework of the

University.

The School of Education is one of the largest education schools or faculties in Australia, with

over 2000 students enrolled. It offers innovative graduate-entry, teacher education programs

in primary, secondary, early childhood and special education, as well as social ecology, and

research and professional postgraduate programs. Programs are offered on both Bankstown

and Penrith campuses.

The School of Education takes pride in its research and teaching profile, which emphasises

theoretically strong and practical and applied forms of research, learning and action within a 21st

century, futures-oriented context. Our teaching programs emphasise critical reflection, in-school

experience, and flexible, blended and hands-on approaches to learning. Our research and

professional practice is informed by concerns for social equity, social justice through education,

social ecology, and by community-based research partnerships. We have a strong relationship

with public and private school systems in western and south-western Sydney.

PURPOSE/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Lecturer in PDHPE Curriculum and Pedagogy (K-12) will work as part of the education

team. S/he will be expected to make a continuing quality contribution to the research and

scholarly activities of the School, and may teach in the primary and secondary programs. The

position is based at the Penrith campus; however, it should be noted that the School operates

in a multi-campus environment and the Lecturer may be required to teach on all campuses on

which the School operates.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

The position reports to the Dean, School of Education or nominee.

SCOPE:

A Level B academic is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the University

and to carry out activities to maintain and develop their scholarly, research and/or professional

expertise relevant to the profession and/or discipline. A Level B academic will have qualifications

and experience recognised by the University as appropriate for the discipline area.

KEY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

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Conduct research, scholarly and professional activities, including applying for research

grants and publishing in recognised high quality journals.

Supervise programs of study for honours students, or postgraduate students engaged in

course work and/or research projects.

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Coordinate and teach in units in the areas of PDHPE curriculum and pedagogy (K-12),

including coordination of sessional staff.

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Ensure that the design, development, delivery and assessment of units meet the required

standards of internal and external accreditation and employ learning approaches and

resources that are appropriate and contemporary (including the use of e-learning

pedagogies).

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Prepare and conduct a blend of learning experiences, including face-to-face and on-line

lectures, tutorials, discussion boards and practical classes, mark and assess students’

learning.

Participate in professional experience responsibilities, including visiting educational settings

and schools, fostering relationships and partnerships with educational settings and schools,

and mentoring student teachers.

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Contribute to the design and development of education courses, and the strategic planning

of the School of Education.

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Develop and maintain good communication with students and staff.

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Complete administrative functions, and attend meetings as required within the School and

University.

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Develop and implement equal opportunity and affirmative action plans and programs

ensuring that the School’s activities are consistent with UWS values, and equity and diversity

policies and plans.

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Act in accordance with UWS policy and external legal/statutory obligations (e.g.

Occupational Health and Safety, industrial, complaints resolution and financial).

Undertake risk management and actively support and participate in the risk management

processes adopted by the University which include identifying, analysing and evaluating risks

that may impact on the University.

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SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. An earned doctorate, preferably in a field in, or related to, Education.

2. Experience in progressing research initiatives from inception through to publication, and

applying for research grants.

3. Demonstrated track record in quality academic publications.

4. Broad knowledge of and experience in the field of PDHPE curriculum and pedagogy (K-12),

including the application of ICTs in K-12 learning environments.

5. Demonstrated successful experience in quality university teaching, including an ability to

facilitate learning in small and large groups, and experience in using contemporary methods

of curriculum design, development, delivery and assessment (including the use of e-learning

methods).

6. Knowledge of contemporary education issues and trends and their relationship to teaching

and learning in primary and secondary educational settings.

7. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills and the ability

to work collegially and effectively in a team.

8. A demonstrated understanding of the principles of equal opportunity, equity and occupational

health and safety and the willingness and capacity to implement equal opportunity, equity

and occupational health and safety plans and programs.

Date Position Statement Last Reviewed: 5 September 2011

Date Position Statement Last Classified: 11 September 2011