Job Description
Location: Geelong
Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 26/01/2028
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1448607
Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage the implementation of school priorities, and the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum.
SC2 Demonstrated ability to lead the planning and implementation 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 monitor and assess student learning at a class, cohort or whole-school level and use this data to lead improvement initiatives. 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 leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community focused on student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values and support colleagues to adopt these behaviours and attitudes. Demonstrated ability to reflect upon their own, others and whole-school practice and contribute to the provision of whole-school professional learning.
Role
Leading teachers will be highly skilled classroom practitioners and undertake leadership and management roles commensurate with their salary range. The role of leading teachers is to improve the skill, knowledge and performance of the teaching workforce in a school or group of schools and to improve the curriculum program of a school.
Typically, leading teachers are responsible for coordinating a number of staff to achieve improvements in teaching and learning which may involve the coordination and professional support of colleagues through modelling, collaborating and coaching and using processes that develop knowledge, practice and professional engagement in others.
Leading teachers are expected to lead and manage a significant area or function within the school with a high degree of independence to ensure the effective development, provision and evaluation of the school's education program.
Leading teachers will be expected to make a significant contribution to policy development relating to teaching and learning in the school. A leading teacher has a direct impact and influence on the achievement of the school goals.
Leading teachers are usually responsible for the implementation of one or more priorities contained in the school strategic plan.
Responsibilities
In recognition of the importance of leadership and management combined with exemplary teaching practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the leading teachers may include but are not limited to:
Leading and managing the implementation of whole-school improvement initiatives related to the school strategic plan and school priorities.
Leading and managing the implementation of whole-school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery.
Leading and managing the provision of professional development and developing individual and team development plans for teaching staff within the priorities of the school.
Leading and managing staff performance and development (review of staff).
Teaching demonstration lessons.
Leading and managing the development of the school's assessment and reporting policies and practices.
Leading and managing the implementation of the school operations and policies related to student welfare and discipline.
Leading the development of curriculum in a major learning area and participating in curriculum development in other areas.
Responsibility for general discipline matters beyond the management of classroom teachers.
Contributing to the overall leadership and management of the school.
Contributing to the development of proposals for school council consideration.
Developing and managing the school code of conduct.
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.
Key Requirements
Strong knowledge of senior pathways reforms and expertise in VCE Vocational Major and applied learning pedagogy.
Proven ability to embed the Pillars of Applied Learning across different year levels and coordinate curriculum development from Years 9-12.
Demonstrated experience in leading professional learning and supporting staff development.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills to engage students, staff, and external stakeholders effectively.
Strong organisational skills to manage scheduling, events, and multiple programs efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
1. Embedding the Pillars of Applied Learning
Lead the integration of the Pillars of Applied Learning across the VCE Vocational Major curriculum.
Work with subject teachers to incorporate applied learning principles into their teaching practice.
Develop strategies to embed applied learning concepts into secondary years curriculum, ensuring students build skills progressively as they transition into VM pathways.
2. Curriculum and Program Development
Lead the development and refinement of VM programs in collaboration with teachers of Literacy, Numeracy, Personal Development Skills, and Work-Related Skills.
Ensure alignment with VCAA guidelines and Senior Secondary Pathway reforms.
Monitor and evaluate the impact of applied learning programs, making necessary adjustments to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
3. Professional Learning
Facilitate PL activities focusing on applied learning practices and VCE Vocational Major delivery.
Provide teachers with ongoing support and resources to strengthen their applied learning pedagogy.
Work with external providers and industry partners to offer staff development in key areas of vocational education and applied learning.
4. Coordination of Programs and Events
Manage internal and external programs and events related to VM, such as work placements, industry partnerships, excursions, and guest speakers.
Ensure all events align with the goals and learning outcomes of VM subjects and enhance student learning.
5. Scheduling and Planning Support
Collaborate with the Campus Management to ensure effective scheduling of VM activities, assessments, and external engagements.
Assist with the timetabling of applied learning programs across different year levels to meet staff and student needs.
6. Applied Learning PLC Leadership
Lead the Applied Learning Professional Learning Community within the school to foster collaboration and continuous improvement among teachers.
Facilitate regular PLC meetings to discuss best practices, share resources, and drive innovation in applied learning across the school.
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