Classroom Teacher Applied Learning/Vce Vocational Major Year 11 And 12

Classroom Teacher Applied Learning/VCE Vocational Major Year 11 and 12 1 day ago, from Department of Education & Training Victoria
Sunbury Downs College is a vibrant Year 7 to 12 co-educational secondary college situated in the semi-rural area of Sunbury. It is a growing college with student enrolment numbers around 650.
The College offers a rich educational experience in an environment with excellent educational outcomes, high expectations, and strong student management. The College regards itself as an academic school with a wide range of programs, emphasizing core subjects: English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, and Physical Education, complemented by programs in the Arts/Technology, Performing Arts, Health, and Languages (Italian). The school also offers a range of VCE subjects, including some VETiS studies and a structured, rigorous VCE Vocational Major program in Years 11-12.
The College offers an Accelerated Curriculum and Enrichment (ACE) program, extending students through a challenging curriculum, including early commencement of VCE. The ACE program is a select entry course for students in Years 7-9. The College also offers a Scholars program for students in Years 10 and 11 to provide students with a range of opportunities in the Later Years. The College is an accredited International Student Program provider.
Sunbury Downs College offers a wide range of inclusive activities and programs that cater to all students in Years 7-12, including Debating and Public Speaking, Maths Club, Drama Club, and Choir. The College has a House and Sports program with whole school carnivals for Athletics and Swimming, as well as Year Level and specialized camps and excursions. The College has a well-established Student Voice program with an enthusiastic Student Voice and Captaincy team. The College also presents a highly acclaimed Musical Production, enabling students to excel in the Performing Arts.
Sunbury Downs College is proud to partner with local organizations and agencies providing support for its students. Partnerships include feeder schools, local businesses, and many universities, including the University of Melbourne.
Sunbury Downs Secondary College's leadership profile consists of Principal, 3 Assistant Principals, 6 Leading Teachers, and 2 Learning Specialists, along with approximately 55 classroom teachers, 4 Paraprofessionals, and 26 Education Support staff.
Sunbury Downs College Values of Respect, Resilience, Community, and Ambition underpin the expected behaviors for all members of the College community.
Selection Criteria SC1: Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.
SC2: Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3: Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4: Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing, and engagement.
SC5: Demonstrated behaviors and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.
Role
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 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, 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 in defining 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 organization of co-curricular activities.
Responsibilities
The 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 organizational 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 Apply
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.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
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. The 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 recognizes 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 Standards
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.
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, and Human Rights. Information on the department values is available at:
Other Information
Please ensure your application includes:

A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address, and contact numbers). A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section, Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application. Conditions of Employment 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. VIT LANTITE
To 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, 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.
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