Science / Classroom Teacher (Mickleham 2025)Job posted: 20/11/2024Location: Melbourne | Northern MetropolitanJob type: Full time / From 28/01/2025Organisation: Schools (Government)Salary: Salary not specifiedOccupation: TeacherReference: 1453281Location ProfileGaayip-Yagila Primary School is a dynamic education setting dedicated to providing high-quality education to its 1000 students. Our school is known for its inclusive and supportive learning environment, promoting both academic excellence and personal growth among its students.Opened in January 2021, Gaayip-Yagila Primary School is located in the Merrifield Estate, Mickleham. Our school community is vibrant and diverse and values learning, community and belonging.Gaayip-Yagila Primary School is a purpose built, state of the art educational facility consisting of open, flexible and adaptive learning spaces. Our specialist learning areas include facilities for Auslan, food technology, a library, science, and visual arts.Teaching and LearningIn 2024, Gaayip-Yagila Primary School introduced an Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) approach to Mathematics. This approach is designed to enhance student learning outcomes through clear, focused, and effective instruction. EDI emphasises structured lessons that incorporate clear learning objectives, step-by-step teaching, and active student engagement.In line with the Department of Education's phonics approach to Reading, we utilise Little Learners Love Literacy (LLLL) in our early years. Our reading approach for Years 3 to 6 continues building on foundation skills and nurturing early reading enthusiasm and confidence.Selection CriteriaSC1 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.SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning.SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values.RoleThe 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.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.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;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.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.
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