4 days ago, from the Department of Education & Training VictoriaThe city of Ararat is located between the Grampians and Pyrenees ranges, in the central highlands of Western Victoria, 200km from Melbourne, approximately 100kms west of Ballarat. Ararat has an estimated population of 11,500 people and offers country hospitality and lifestyle. Ararat and the surrounding area have stunning natural attractions, mountains, national parks, historical buildings, and plenty of local wines and farm produce. Please view the Ararat City Council website for more information here.Ararat College has a current enrolment of just over 335 students, which will increase to over 370 in 2025. Students are transported to school on six country buses, with a variety of primary schools feeding into the College. The integration of students from small primary schools into a relatively large secondary is a challenge, which Ararat College believes it handles well.Ararat College is a school with strong traditions. In a caring, well-disciplined atmosphere, the college sets high standards in all aspects of student endeavour, behaviour, and attire. Dedicated and talented teaching and support staff deliver engaging education opportunities to all students. Ararat College, in partnership with the community, provides an education that empowers young people to find their voice and thrive in any endeavour with respect, responsibility, and excellence. The College makes a feature of encouraging, recognising, and celebrating academic excellence, student leadership, and co-curricular participation.A comprehensive range of co-curricular activities is offered to students, including instrumental music, media programs, camps, State School Spectacular, band, theatre/musical production, and sport programs. This supports the growth of students into confident, successful, and contributing citizens.With commitment and support from staff and the community, Ararat College looks to the future with great confidence and excitement.Selection CriteriaDemonstrated experience and ability to instruct and support students in their learning to maximise their growth and confidence.Demonstrated high-level oral and written communication skills when in contact with students, parents, and other staff.Demonstrated technical knowledge and current industry experience.Demonstrated capacity to work independently and show initiative.Demonstrated commitment to professional learning for both self and others, and ability to work in and enhance a professional team.RoleHLT33015 Certificate III in Health Services AssistanceThe role of VET Health 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.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 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 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.EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability, and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.Child Safe StandardsVictorian 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.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 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 here.VIT LANTITETo be eligible for employment, transfer, or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements.#J-18808-Ljbffr