Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Hume - Strathbogie
Reference: 1545583
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 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.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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.
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.
Avenel Primary School is a welcoming and growing rural school located in the township of Avenel in North East Victoria. With approximately 125 students from Foundation to Year 6, we offer the benefits of a smaller school community where students are known, valued and supported, while maintaining a strong focus on high-quality teaching and learning.
Our school vision is centred on excellence, inclusion and high expectations for every learner. Our school values ¿ Be a Learner, Be a Mate and Give Something Back ¿ are embedded throughout our classrooms, playground and wider community.
Avenel Primary School is committed to evidence-informed teaching practice. Our current improvement work includes the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0, explicit instruction, Structured Literacy, formative assessment, retrieval practice and the ongoing development of consistent approaches to mathematics teaching. Staff work collaboratively through Professional Learning Communities and shared planning to strengthen curriculum, assessment and classroom practice.
Inclusion and student wellbeing are central to our work. We are developing a strong Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), alongside School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support, targeted intervention and individualised adjustments to ensure students can access, participate in and experience success at school.
Students at Avenel Primary School benefit from a broad range of learning opportunities including Visual Arts, Performing Arts, STEM, Physical Education, camps, excursions, sporting opportunities, student leadership, choir, community projects and enrichment programs. We value student voice and provide opportunities for students to contribute meaningfully to their school and community.
Our staff are a collaborative and supportive team who are committed to continual improvement and achieving positive outcomes for students. We value professional learning, open dialogue, shared responsibility and staff who are willing to contribute their strengths to our school.
Avenel is a supportive rural community with convenient access to surrounding centres including Seymour, Nagambie and Euroa. The school has strong connections with families, local organisations and the broader Avenel community.
We welcome applications from educators who are enthusiastic, reflective and committed to providing inclusive, high-quality learning experiences for every student.