Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) - Hiring Immediately

We are on the lookout for a hardworking Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) to join our vibrant team at Schools (Government) in Traralgon Victoria
Growing your career as a Full Time Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) is an incredible opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in problem-solving, teamwork and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) at Schools (Government) today!

RoleThe 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 2Range 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 1The 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.ResponsibilitiesThe role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal;Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings; staff meetings; camps and excursions;Undertaking other non-teaching supervisory duties.Who May ApplyTeachers 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.EEO AND OHS CommitmentThe Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see ).Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 801 or email on: Child Safe StandardsVictorian 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:DE ValuesThe Department’s employees commit to upholding DE’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DE’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 DE values is available at: VIT LANTITETo be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.Location ProfileLOCATION PROFILE FOR YINNAR PRIMARY SCHOOL – 2419Yinnar is located in the picturesque Morwell River Valley in Gippsland, with views of the Strzelecki Ranges to the west and the Jeeralang Hills to the east. Situated twenty kilometres southwest of Morwell and 160 kilometres east of Melbourne, the township provides a rural residential area for those employed in the Latrobe Valley's industrial, educational and service sectors. It is the centre of an active mixed farming industry.Yinnar Primary School has a current enrolment of 230 students with the student population residing mainly in Yinnar and surrounding areas.At Yinnar Primary School we are all learners. We guide our younger learners to stretch their minds while growing to develop into resilient, reflective and resourceful life-long learners who can learn in both independent and collaborative environments. We value and foster growth mindsets in all students.We strive to maintain an outstanding learning environment for our learners. We uphold high expectations of each other and our learning coaches (teachers). We work collaboratively to ensure our coaches are using effective teaching strategies that nurture our students’ growth. We strongly believe by using a well-planned differentiated program, combined with essential point of need feedback, our learners are engaged and focused on finding their accurate levels of practice and challenge while always being at the centre of their learning. We admire and promote the qualities of self-worth and confidence that leadership brings. We believe school leadership needs to be spread across the school, in every classroom, in every adult and every child. To establish leadership qualities in our learners we provide opportunities for everybody to lead and model strong leadership that cultivates a high-performance culture within our school.At YPS, we are adamant we must have differentiation and learning must have a purpose. We use differentiation to ensure that the right level of challenge is presented to all students, at all levels. We make learning active and relevant to our students by incorporating interests, gender based and thematic learning methods. We explore non-traditional teaching methods and make learning practical, real life and hands on for our students. We broaden the focus of students’ interests by providing opportunities for them to represent our school in all curriculum areas.For our learners to continue to grow, we constantly seek new ways to refine and make meaningful differences in our school whilst being mindful of the trap of change for changes sake. Our core values encourage our students to be enthused and curious about their learning and to respect themselves as well as each other as we move forward together with a growth mindset empowering us to see endless possibilities and reach our highest potential.

Benefits of working as a Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) in Traralgon Victoria:

● Company offers great benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Competitive salary