Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher - Range 2
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1501381
SC1 Demonstrated high level of knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to respond to student learning needs.
SC2 Demonstrated high level of ability to plan for and implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated high level of ability to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated high level of ability to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to establish and maintain 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 high level of ability to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.
SC6 Demonstrated understanding and experience in catering for the needs of students with disabilities across the school and a commitment to professional learning within the disability area.
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:
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.
Vermont Primary School strives to ensure that all students are able to achieve their full potential by offering rich programs and engaging learning opportunities that deliver high quality learning. Integrated units based on Inquiry Learning methodologies are meticulously planned, implemented and systematically reviewed. Individualised Learning Improvement Plan strategies are utilised throughout all levels of the school in order to deliver personalised and differentiated learning for all students. The school promotes student engagement and stimulated learning. Strategic and best practice methods are constantly refined to target and improve Literacy and Numeracy student achievement. All learning environments are installed with current technology, which allows students to experience exciting, hands-on student centred learning. Information and Communication Technology programs are enhanced by iPads and laptops, catering for all year levels, student interests and talents. Special support services include: English as a Second Language, English Support and Specialist Mathematics programs. Instrumental music lessons are available for groups or individuals and the school offers a large school orchestra, choir and bands. An extensive range of extra-curricular activities are also provided. Restorative Practices are used at all levels of the school and student voice is encouraged and valued through such forums as Junior School Council. We aim to provide a caring environment where every student will leave the school with a high sense of self confidence and appreciation that learning is lifelong process. Special facilities include: an Olympic-size basketball stadium where school assemblies and school performances are presented and Physical Education lessons take place. Separate teaching areas for specialists present a well-resourced school enhanced by computers and iPads in every classroom. The school offers extensive learning activities, in the curriculum areas of Health and Physical Education, Information Communications Technology, Music, Performing and Visual Arts and Indonesian, all of which enrich and extend classroom learning. Vermont Primary School fosters and promotes a strong learning community culture where energy, enthusiasm, team spirit and effective partnerships exist between parents, students, staff, the Vermont Primary School Council and other community networks. The school has a commitment to providing a creative, nurturing and challenging 21st century learning environment in which all students will thrive.