Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 1500308
Ecolinc is one of six specialist STEM centres funded by the Department of Education (DE) situated on the site of Bacchus Marsh College. Ecolinc¿s area of specialism is the environment, conservation and sustainability.
Ecolinc develops and delivers a range of innovative P-12 curriculum programs that encompass new and emerging scientific thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and cutting edge technologies designed to engage and inspire the next generation into STEM thinkers. Students engage in real-world STEM applications, field work opportunities and hands-on experiences that enable them to gain the skills necessary to respond to 21st century challenges.
Ecolinc¿s programs are delivered onsite, via outreach, online, video conferencing and through a variety of environmental field-trips. Ecolinc also provides a range of specialised student programs and teacher professional learning. Ecolinc is continuously reflecting on good practice and enhancing its range of programs to meet the diverse needs of students state-wide with a particular focus on access and equity.
Established in 2005, Ecolinc was one of the original three state-wide specialist science centres. Participation rates have grown considerably over the years with approximately 35,000 P-12 students from across Victoria participating in an Ecolinc program annually.
Ecolinc is a unique ESD (ecologically sustainable designed) educational facility for students and teachers, incorporating a range of technologies and resources to support innovation and excellence in sustainable environmental education. All of Ecolinc's programs are aligned to the Victorian Curriculum/VCE.
Ecolinc is located within walking distance (approximately 200m) to the Bacchus Marsh Railway Station (Ballarat / Melbourne line), thus providing easy access to the facility via public transport. Ecolinc has a wetland onsite, glasshouse and propagation facilities, a habitat garden and a range of specialised equipment that students use as part of their programs.
Key Selection Criteria
1. Demonstrated high level knowledge of STEM curriculum, particularly in the areas of Chemistry, Biology, and Environment Science, as well as the capacity to evaluate learning and teaching programs in accordance with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 and VCE.
2. Demonstrated high level teaching skills and the capacity to work productively with colleagues to design and deliver innovative and engaging, hands on learning experiences including the integration of sustainability and real world science contexts, into programs for F-12 students.
3. Demonstrated ability to use data to inform teaching practice and to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs.
4. Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills, including experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, colleagues and the broader community, to support student learning, agency and engagement.
5. Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective practice to enhance teaching effectiveness and program quality.
6. Understanding of and commitment to the Department of Education's values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, and Human Rights.
The Ecolinc Education Officer will contribute to the design, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality, innovative STEM based programs for students from Foundation to Year 12 from schools across the state.
With specialist knowledge in Chemistry, Biology, and General Science, the Education Officer will be required to deliver engaging hands-on learning experiences that align with curriculum outcomes and promote curiosity, critical thinking, and environmental awareness.
The position involves teaching visiting classes at Ecolinc, as well as delivering some Outreach programs and video conference programs, supporting professional learning programs for teachers, developing and trialling new curriculum resources, and contributing to the overall success and innovation of the centre.
At Ecolinc, our Education Officers collaborate and share expertise to implement high impact STEM programs. We are looking for an innovative thinker with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who thrives in an energetic, diverse and collaborative atmosphere.
Teaching and Program Delivery
Curriculum Design and Resource Development
Professional Learning and Collaboration
Centre and Operational Support
Professional Practice and Growth
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
This position requires the successful applicant to deliver environmental education programs from Prep to Year 12. A strong understanding of grassland and wetland environments is an advantage.
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.