Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1495637
SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.
SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.
The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2. The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.
As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.
Classroom teacher Range 2
Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.
A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.
Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:
- Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
- Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervise and train one or more student teachers
- Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.
Classroom teacher Range 1
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.
At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.
Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.
Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.
The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:
Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:
Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools.
Sherbourne PS opened in 1971 and is located in Briar Hill serving the surrounding communities of Briar Hill, Montmorency, Greensborough and Eltham. Sherbourne Primary School is part of the Banyule-Nillumbik Network of schools in the North Western Victoria Region.
The school resides on spacious natural grounds with modern classrooms and facilities including the provision of attractive rooms for all specialist areas. The main building includes the administration office, classrooms, and staff areas. A library, gym/hall and outdoor deck areas provide additional learning areas. There have been recent upgrades to the oval, along with new shade sails and toilets.
In 2024 the enrolment is 59 students, organized into 4 composite classes & one Prep/1 class, one year 2/3 class, one 4/5 class and one 5/ 6 class. Teachers work in P-3 and 4-6 teams. Sherbourne has 12.4 equivalent full-time staff including 1 Principal Class, 4.6 teachers and 6.8 EFT education support staff.
Sherbourne PS is committed to creating a community where all students feel accepted, respected, and encouraged to reach their full potential, and are empowered to embrace learning, and strengthen their emotional, social and physical wellbeing. A comprehensive Victorian curriculum is delivered by our experienced staff with a focus on the development of the whole child, characterized by a positive learning environment, strong interpersonal relationships and the language of growth mindset. Classroom teaching and learning is augmented by the provision of a specialist curriculum in Visual Arts, Japanese and Physical Education F-6. The environment and sustainability are important aspects of the school curriculum. Access to digital technologies and a range of software programs is provided through the flexibility of school owned devices.
OUR SCHOOL VISION
Sherbourne PS is committed to creating a community where all students feel accepted, respected, and encouraged to reach their full potential, and are empowered to embrace learning, and strengthen their emotional, social and physical wellbeing.
OUR MISSION
At Sherbourne our mission is to provide a positive learning environment by:
- Engaging learners in motivating and challenging programs that are fun and enjoyable
- Ensuring our children are safe and happy
- Operating within a spirit of teamwork, co-operation and in partnership with the community
- Delivering quality, well planned, and evaluated learning
- Maximizing the opportunities for all individuals to achieve and succeed
- Fostering tolerance, respect and acceptance of others
OUR PURPOSE
Sherbourne Primary School works to empower all students to be literate, numerate, and curious with a love of learning and the skills to pursue this. We aim to develop articulate, collaborative, and compassionate community members who care about the environment and each other.
OUR VALUES
Sherbourne Primary School's values are Respect, Responsibility, Teamwork and Learning. They define how we treat each other and how we want to be treated. We respect ourselves, our school and each another, and understand that our attitudes and behaviours have an impact on the people around us. We take responsibility for our actions, our learning, and our environment. We value others' ideas and opinions, working successfully with each other to achieve our goals. We strive for excellence in our learning, which means trying our hardest and doing our best.
The school continues to host annual community events including the much-loved Sherbourne traditions of Writers Festival, sports carnivals, graduation, the Billy Cart Grand Prix, a Year 4-6 camp, a day Camp for Year 1-3 and the introduction of an annual Teddy Bears' Picnic.