Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Barwon South West - Queenscliffe
Reference: 1519085
SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum (Health and Physical Education) and the ability to design, implement and evaluate engaging programs aligned to curriculum standards.
SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 and Explicit Teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Ability to use formative and summative assessment strategies to monitor, assess and report on student learning growth in Physical Education.
SC4 Ability to create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes positive behaviour.
SC5 Capacity to foster positive high expectation relationships with students that encourages participation, resilience, persistence and personal best.
SC6 Demonstrated experience and knowledge in organising and coordinating whole-school sporting events (e.g. athletics, cross country, swimming), inter-school sporting events and representative teams.
SC7 Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to whole-school initiatives, including sport programs, interschool sport and community partnerships.
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 Health and Physical Education 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.
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https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
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https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
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Queenscliff Primary School is a small, coastal school in Queenscliff, on the Bellarine Peninsula overlooking Swan Bay. Throughout the past two years, our school has experienced considerable enrolment growth with an enrolment of approximately 151 students for the 2026 school year. Our school has 7 classes from Prep to Year 6 and our staff is comprised of a Principal, Assistant Principal, Wellbeing Specialist, classroom teachers, specialist teachers and a team of education support staff.
Queenscliff Primary School aims to provide a friendly, safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for all of our students and members of our school community. We aim to equip our students with the necessary skills, knowledge and character traits to be critical and creative thinkers, resilient and empathetic individuals and globally-minded citizens who want to make a positive difference to others, the environment and the world around them. We aim to inspire curiosity, encourage independent thinking and instil a lifelong love of learning.
We live and breathe our School¿s values of Optimism, Integrity, Gratitude and Empathy in our curriculum, wellbeing programs and daily interactions with our students and wider community. Our school deeply values and respects our First Nations people, the Wadawurrung People, and their history and culture at our school.
Preparing students for a changing world is essential to a successful education in the 21st century. We offer a guaranteed, viable and rigorous curriculum using the Victorian Curriculum, that is differentiated by our educators to cater to individual student needs and abilities. Our staff plan, teach and assess students¿ learning using an agreed Instructional Model to ensure consistency in approach throughout the school and use evidence-based pedagogies and practices to plan, teach and assess student learning. Our school prioritises the explicit teaching and assessment of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Our diverse range of Specialist programs, including Physical Education, Science/STEM, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and First Nations, provide all of our students the opportunity to participate in a range of learning opportunities to discover their interests, talents and passions. We value Technology and equip our students with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the online world safely and respectfully and to use technology confidently to support their learning so that they can thrive in a digital world. Our team of professional educators and dedicated support staff take great pride in delivering excellent educational programs and extra-curricula initiatives to support the academic, social and emotional development of every child.
Queenscliff Primary School values parent and community engagement. We endeavour to provide opportunities for parents, families, and community members to be actively involved in our classrooms, educational programs and extra-curricula initiatives. We believe in having a strong, positive partnership between parents, the community and members of staff to foster a sense of team in nurturing our students' education.
Every student at Queenscliff Primary School is respected, valued, and nurtured as a learner and individual. Every student is unique and brings their own experiences and understanding of the world to our classrooms every day. We embrace and celebrate diversity at our school, so that every child can thrive and flourish.