Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Learning Specialist - Range 3
Occupation: Learning specialist
Location: Grampians - Ararat
Reference: 1547099
SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities.
SC2 Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth
SC3 Demonstrated exemplary ability to model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based professional learning.
Role
In addition to the below, this position comes with a Senior English Teaching load.
In recognition of the importance of exemplary teaching practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the Learning Specialist as outlined by the DET may include but are not limited to:
Responsibilities
OverviewMaximising the learning growth of all students remains a key focus of Ararat College. The Learning Specialist for Literacy will play a key role in ensuring a whole school approach to the teaching of literacy is embedded across the school that utilises real time data and increases staff professional expertise. They will be required to work closely with the Principal Class Team, Learning Specialist for Numeracy and PLC Team.Core responsibilities of the roleAs Learning Specialist for Literacy, your duties include but are not limited to the following:
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.
Ararat College is located in the heart of Western Victoria¿s central highlands, between the Grampians and Pyrenees ranges, approximately 200km from Melbourne and 100km west of Ballarat. The city of Ararat has a population of around 11,500 and is known for its welcoming community, country lifestyle, and access to stunning natural attractions. Surrounded by mountains, national parks, historical landmarks, and thriving local produce and wine industries, Ararat offers an inspiring environment in which to live and learn. For further information, please visit the Ararat Rural City Council website.
Ararat College has a current enrolment of 330 students, many of whom travel to school via six country bus routes from a wide range of local primary schools. Transitioning students from small rural schools into a larger secondary setting is a strength of the College, supported through carefully planned programs and a welcoming school culture.
The College is led by a committed Leadership Team comprising the Principal, two Assistant Principals, three Leading Teachers and two Learning Specialists. Together with a dedicated and talented group of teaching and support staff, they foster a caring, well-disciplined environment where high expectations for learning, behaviour and presentation are consistently upheld.
Ararat College works in close partnership with families and the wider community to empower young people to find their voice, embrace responsibility, and strive for excellence. The College values and actively celebrates academic achievement, student leadership, and broad participation in school life.
Students are encouraged to engage in a wide range of co-curricular opportunities, including instrumental music, media and digital programs, subject and year-level camps, the State School Spectacular, band, theatre and musical productions, as well as an extensive sports program. These experiences build confidence, creativity and teamwork, equipping students to become capable and contributing members of their communities.
With strong community support and a dedicated staff, Ararat College looks to the future with confidence, continuing its commitment to nurturing respectful, resilient and successful learners.