Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher - Range 2
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Hume - Towong
Reference: 1542916
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.
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.
Tallangatta Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive rural school located in the beautiful Upper Murray region of Victoria, approximately 30 minutes from Wodonga and situated on the banks of Lake Hume.
At Tallangatta Primary School, we pride ourselves on knowing every student and supporting each child to reach their full potential. Our school community is built on strong relationships, high expectations and a genuine commitment to providing every student with a positive and engaging learning experience.
Our current enrolment is approximately 78 students, organised across four composite classrooms. Our dedicated team works collaboratively to provide a broad and engaging curriculum aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, complemented by specialist programs including Auslan, Science, Visual Arts, Physical Education and Health.
Our school vision is:
¿We strive for excellence, creating a community of respectful, responsible and committed learners.¿
Our core values are:
We are committed to creating a consistent, supportive and high-quality learning environment. Our current priorities include strengthening Literacy and Numeracy outcomes, implementing the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 (VTLM 2.0), embedding School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS), and building staff capacity through collaborative professional learning and Professional Learning Communities.
Tallangatta Primary School has recently undergone an exciting period of renewal, with significant investment in our school facilities and learning environments. Our $4.1 million refurbishment and modernisation project enhanced our classrooms, outdoor learning spaces and play areas, creating an environment that supports contemporary teaching and learning.
As a small rural school, we offer staff the opportunity to make a genuine difference. Our size allows strong relationships to develop between staff, students, families and the wider community. We value teamwork, collaboration, initiative and a willingness to contribute to all aspects of school life.
Our staff are supported to grow professionally while working within a positive and collaborative team culture. We welcome educators who are passionate about improving outcomes for all students, enjoy working in a close-knit community and are committed to making a meaningful contribution to the lives of children.
Tallangatta offers an exceptional lifestyle, with easy access to Lake Hume, surrounding natural landscapes and the wider Albury-Wodonga region. The area provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, community involvement and a relaxed rural lifestyle while remaining within easy commuting distance of larger regional centres.
We invite you to join Tallangatta Primary School and become part of a community where relationships matter, every student is known and valued, and staff are encouraged to strive for excellence.