Classroom Teacher

Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 Organisation: Schools (Government) Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Teacher Reference: 1450547 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 behaviours 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 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. 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 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 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. 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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: 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: 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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx Location Profile Templestowe Heights Primary School is looking for a classroom practitioner who is aligned with Science of Learning, a team player and dedicated to their own professional growth. The school is situated in the eastern Suburbs of Melbourne and in 2025 there will be an enrolment of 530 students and 24 classes. In 2023, staff and students moved into a new STEAM and senior building as well as the upgrading of existing spaces (including library, playground and toilet block) as part of a government-funded stimulus grant. The playgrounds are extensive consisting of four playground equipment areas, an oval, STEAM building, synthetic turf courts, commercial kitchen and herb and community garden (including chickens). The school has a gymnasium which is a shared community use facility. The school community assists with the maintenance of our facilities. Templestowe Heights Primary School has as its motto, `inspiring learners for life¿. There is a strong focus on developmental learning and consequently providing a differentiated curriculum which provides for the learning needs of all children. We are dedicated to providing the best possible education to our students, with a focus on instructional practice, to ensure that learning for life is achieved. The school¿s values are respect, responsibility, courage and persistence. All sections of the school community ¿ students, staff, parents, friends ¿ are expected to strive to be their best in reference to these values. Templestowe Heights Primary School has a strong focus on literacy and numeracy. Our philosophy for literacy is linked to evidence-based methods to ensure that all students succeed and flourish in the fundamental skills of Reading and Writing. We have a responsive teaching and learning model with whole class instruction, with all core lessons taught via slides. In following the Science of Learning (SOL) across all areas of instruction, year level teaching teams (PLCs) work collaboratively to develop a systematic focus on key areas of evidence-based practice (please see our Teaching & Learning Approach tab on our website for further information). We are looking for  educators  who are dedicated to professional growth, who value being members of a highly collaborative team and are invested in developing capability as an instructional practitioner. Our specialist areas are Literacy Intervention/EAL, Enrichment, Art, Physical Education, Library, Performing Arts, STEM and Italian. Instrumental music classes, swimming programs, lunchtime clubs, camps and after school activities are offered. Whole school activities are significant in that we have triennial events including an Art Show, School Production and School Ball. In 2020 the school was unfortunately unable to celebrate its 50-year anniversary. Students are organised in straight grade classes. The school¿s positive education enhanced wellbeing curriculum provides a whole school wellbeing approach by supporting students and adults to develop the tools and strategies to flourish. Student voice is also extremely important at Templestowe Heights Primary. Our leadership program provides our students with an opportunity to be elected to represent our Junior School Council, Environmental committee, School Captains and House Captains. Empowering children to be active in making decisions about their school provides ownerships that strengthens our school community spirit. The use of Information Communication Skills across all aspects of learning is integral to our programs. Templestowe Heights Primary School has a combination of netbooks, desktop computers and iPads available for student use. Parent/carer involvement in the school is essential to Templestowe Heights Primary School. Parents and carers work closely with staff to support their children¿s learning at school and at home. A class representative scheme facilitates communication and parent involvement in the school which includes involvement in class programs, excursions and camps, along with School Council and Parents & Friends Committee. Communication includes the school newsletter, website, an online management system, information sessions, assemblies, notices and parent teacher interviews. Enrolment numbers at Templestowe Heights Primary School are steadily increasing. The school provides a progressive and challenging curriculum that reflects the 21st century learning skills required to truly inspire our students to continue learning throughout their lives. The teaching staff at Templestowe Heights Primary School are expected to be active members of our learning community, working together in collaborative teams, assuming a collective responsibility for the school¿s vision and goals. All staff actively support all school activities and programs.
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