English and Art Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) - Urgent Hiring

We are looking for an organized English and Art Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) to join our awesome team at Schools (Government) in Melbourne Victoria
Growing your career as a Full Time English and Art Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) is a great opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in planning, presentation and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of English and Art 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 values diversity and is committed to workforce diversity and equal opportunity in schools and all education workplaces. 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.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 DET’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET’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 DET values is available at Other Information- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. - A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. - Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Conditions of EmploymentAll staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Location ProfileMooroolbark College is a school of 1,148 students located in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne. The school has a Student Family Occupation (SFO) Index of .5. The College is nestled in a residential area and has an outstanding vista of the Dandenong Ranges. The spacious and attractive grounds of the College provide a safe and secure environment for the students. The College has excellent facilities that support the Teaching and Learning that takes place in all programs and that promote the achievement of excellence.The College focus is principally on academic excellence, with a staff who are committed to a whole school focus on teaching and learning. A balanced and diverse range of programs is available to allow students to choose and complete an appropriate pathway and extra-curricular programs to build on their strengths and interests. The College boasts a strong record of academic achievement within the Junior School Aspire program and the Victorian Certificate of Education and throughout all other year levels. The College provides a stimulating and secure learning environment involving a wide network of community partnerships within the VCE, VCAL and VET programs.At Mooroolbark College our House System has an emphasis on pastoral care which is designed around a strong belief in students belonging to ‘something bigger than self’, something that values, protects and supports them, with distinct emphasis on the importance of relationships.The College Values are: Resilience, Respect, Endeavour, and Compassion. These values are explored through School Wide Positive Behaviour.The College is proud of the tradition that is built around strong extra-curricular programs which include an annual production, an extensive camps and tours program and many clubs which occur before, after school and at lunch time. The College has a strong emphasis on student leadership with College Captains, Senior and Middle School House Captains, Arts and Sport Captains and a highly active SRC. Mooroolbark College Learning Management System, Compass manages three way communications with parents, students and teachers with daily communication, record keeping, assessment and reporting processes. The College has a strong eLearning focus with a BYOD program and extensive digital technology across the College.Our International Sister School program involving Wujiang Senior Middle School, Suzhou Province China further adds to the cultural diversity of the College.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.Selection CriteriaSC1 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.

Benefits of working as a English and Art Classroom Teacher (Classroom Teacher) in Melbourne Victoria:

● Learning opportunities
● Advancement opportunities
● Advantageous package