AISWA is pleased to launch the School-based Curriculum Network Leaders Network Pilot in 2027, a new initiative designed to strengthen curriculum expertise, collaboration and professional networks across the independent school sector.
The program will bring together experienced educators from AISWA member schools to work alongside AISWA Curriculum Consultants as Curriculum Network Leaders (CNLs). Through this partnership, CNLs will help shape and support high-quality professional learning, facilitate professional dialogue and strengthen connections between educators working within their learning area.
The program also provides an opportunity for experienced educators to extend their professional influence, develop their curriculum leadership and facilitation capabilities, and contribute their expertise beyond their own school community.
Curriculum Network Leaders for 2027
For 2027, AISWA is seeking Curriculum Network Leaders in the following learning areas:
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- The Arts
- Languages
The role of a Curriculum Network Leader
Curriculum Network Leaders are recognised learning area experts who work collaboratively with AISWA Curriculum Consultants to support curriculum improvement and professional collaboration across AISWA member schools.
CNLs will contribute to the development of strong, connected learning area networks by:
- planning and supporting the delivery of up to two Learning Area Network Days each year;
- facilitating professional learning, curriculum conversations and professional dialogue at Network Days;
- fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among teachers within their learning area;
- contributing to the ongoing development of AISWA curriculum networks;
- liaising with relevant Catholic Education Western Australia representatives where required; and
- representing the independent school sector on relevant working groups or external committees.
Who should apply?
AISWA welcomes applications from experienced educators who are passionate about their learning area and interested in extending their contribution to curriculum leadership across the sector.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- strong curriculum and pedagogical expertise within their relevant learning area;
- experience or demonstrated potential in curriculum leadership and facilitation;
- a commitment to collaboration, mentoring and professional knowledge sharing; and
- well-developed communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Recognition and support
Curriculum Network Leaders will be appointed for the duration of the 2027 pilot and supported by AISWA throughout their involvement.
Successful applicants will receive:
- a bursary of up to $2,000, dependent on the number of contact days;
- up to $1,000 towards AISWA professional learning opportunities during 2027; and
- formal recognition of their contribution to curriculum leadership across the sector.
The successful applicant’s school will also receive funding for up to four days of teacher relief to support their participation in the program.
How to apply
Educators wishing to be considered for appointment as a Curriculum Network Leader are invited to submit:
- a completed application form, including a professional statement of no more than 200 words and Principal endorsement; and
- a career overview of no more than one page.
The professional statement should outline the applicant’s interest in becoming a Curriculum Network Leader and the knowledge, skills and attributes they would bring to the role.
Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria, with appointments based on demonstrated curriculum expertise, leadership capability and commitment to supporting collaboration and curriculum improvement across AISWA member schools.
Applications close Friday 30 October 2026.
Completed applications should be submitted to cap@ais.wa.edu.au.
Be part of the 2027 Curriculum Network
The School-based Curriculum Network Leaders Program provides an opportunity for educators to share their expertise, strengthen professional connections and contribute to curriculum leadership across Western Australia’s independent school sector.
AISWA encourages experienced educators in Humanities and Social Sciences, The Arts and Languages to consider applying for the inaugural 2027 cohort.