Science and/or STEM Teacher (3 days per week minimum)Job posted: 29/12/2024
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 27/01/2026
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Reference: 1460851
Closes: 11/01/2025
Location ProfileThe time fraction/days worked for this position are negotiable with the School Principal. Westgrove Primary School was established in 1995 and is located within the City of Wyndham on the land of the Bunurong People.
School Demographic In 2024, we have approximately 500 students enrolled who are spread across 24 classes.
We have a diverse student population, with 42% being from disadvantaged backgrounds, 38% are EAL, 3% Aboriginal, and several students in Out of Home Care.
Westgrove Primary School's Intention, Vision and Values Our intent at Westgrove Primary School is for our students to have the skills needed to participate in society meaningfully.
This is important because many of our students need real-life skills to break the cycle of poverty and disadvantage.
Vision: Westgrove Primary School is a safe, inclusive, and supportive community that empowers students with the tools to reach their individual potential.Values: At Westgrove Primary School we are a diverse community who value Respect, Inclusion, Learning, and Safety.Motto: The school motto 'Together We Grow' underpins the core aim of working together to build a purposeful learning community.School Strategic Plan (SSP) Goals Our current Strategic Plan goals are to maximize the learning growth of every student and strengthen the health and wellbeing of all students.
Building staff capacity to utilize data to cater for the needs of all learners.Designing and implementing a whole school approach to student voice and agency in classroom learning experiences.Refining and embedding the school's instructional models for teaching and learning.Strengthening partnerships between school and the wider community.Adapting and refining the school's inclusive practices.Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated high level of knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills.
SC2 Demonstrated high level of ability to plan for and implement high impact teaching strategies.
SC3 Demonstrated high level of ability to monitor and assess student learning.
SC4 Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values.
RoleRange 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes.
Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students.Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers.Provide expert advice about the content, processes, and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning.Supervise and train student teachers.Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches.ResponsibilitiesThe role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:
Direct teaching of groups and individual students;Contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of a curriculum area;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 in the specified curriculum area(s).
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments.
Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students.
Job classification:Classroom Teacher
Contact:To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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