About the Role: An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated English teacher to join an F-9 school in Tarneit, located in Melbourne's Western suburbs.
Joining a small team, you'll teach students in years 7-9 in a full-time role with a flexible start.
With approximately 1000 students spanning from years F-9, this school offers an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a vibrant school community.
Key duties: Designing and delivering lessons that focus on developing advanced language skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing under the Victorian Curriculum.
Teaching concepts of text analysis, interpreting literature, discussing themes, characters, and literary techniques, and fostering a deeper appreciation for literature, writing sophisticated essays, engaging in debates, and delivering presentations.
Introducing students to a wide range of literary genres and texts from various cultural and historical contexts.
Teaching grammar, syntax, and language conventions to help students refine their writing and communication skills.
Encouraging critical thinking and analysis of texts by teaching students to question, evaluate, and interpret information critically.
Nurturing students' creativity and imagination through activities such as creative writing workshops, poetry analysis, and storytelling exercises.
Teaching students research skills and methodologies to conduct independent inquiries and investigations.
Collaborating with colleagues, to share resources, strategies, and best practices for teaching first language English effectively.
Skills & Experience: Have unrestricted working rights in Australia Maintain a valid and up-to-date VIT registration Demonstrate previous experience in teaching English in Australia Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering: Teaching students in years 7-9 Commencement from now with flexible start Join a school community that is actively growing and evolving Receiving a salary commensurate with your demonstrated expertise, within the range of $75,000 to $115,000 The School: F-9 school with around 1000 students Approachable management team and smaller team structures School wide behaviour program with increasing success Well respected school within the local community Collaborative planning model with professional development opportunities Why work with Tradewind?
The Benefits: Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way Relevant and real information about roles No joining fees/other fees Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance Interview tips and preparation provided Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region.
We have a strong reputation for providing high-caliber teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers.
Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.
How to apply: To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website Alternatively, email your interest and resume to For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091 TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
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