Classification: Graduate Teacher Program
Job duration: From 28/01/2025
Reference: 1450175
Occupation: Education and Training
Salary Range: Salary not specified
Work location: Western Region | Horsham
Selection Criteria - Graduates
SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the capacity to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated capacity to respond to student learning needs.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated capacity to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated capacity to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.
Program Benefits - Graduates
This position may attract an incentive payment of $5,650 (pre-tax) for the successful candidate who meets the eligibility criteria set out under conditions of employment.
Role - Graduates
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes.
These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.
At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.
Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.
Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricular activities.
Responsibilities - Graduates
Core responsibilities include:
* Planning and implementing a range of teaching programs or courses of study
* Teaching an area of the curriculum or a general curriculum to a year level
* Monitoring, evaluating and reporting student progress in key learning areas
* Implementing strategies to achieve targets related to student learning outcomes
* Maintaining records of class attendance and recording student progress
* Implementing effective student management consistent with the school charter.
* Working with a mentor to participate in professional development planning, implementation and reflection developing a professional portfolio
Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
* Supervising a range of student activities including support and welfare programs
* Contributing to a range of co-curricular programs
Who May Apply - Graduates
To be eligible to apply for a position advertised through the Teacher Graduate Recruitment program, a teacher must:
* have completed their course requirements and graduated in the last 4 years, and
* not be employed as a teacher by the department at the time the advertised position is to commence
Applicants must also be currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
Applicants 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. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian 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.
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
Location Profile
Rupanyup Primary School prides itself on providing a supportive, friendly and caring learning environment. We have an inviting, relaxed community atmosphere that fosters a strong and active partnership between students, staff, parents and the local community. Our core values of respect, striving to do your best and service to the community are intrinsic to the achievement of academic and social goals.
Rupanyup Primary School is located in the Wimmera region of Victoria, 30 minutes east of Horsham, with a current enrolment of 14 students in 2023. Our small school community enables us to maintain small class sizes and a strong sense of connectedness to the school and the community.
Facilities
Our excellent facilities include a 25 metre swimming pool, a large lush football oval, new portable chicken coup, outdoor play area, a hall and art room. It is imperative that our students have access to the latest technology and have the knowledge and skills to utilise this and become 21st century learners. All classrooms are equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard and students have 1-1 access to either an iPad or netbook computer.
Values
Rupanyup Primary School recognizes the importance of the partnership between the school and families to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to, and a responsibility for, ensuring inclusive, safe and engaging environments for children to learn, grow and succeed.
Job type:
Full time / From 28/01/2025
Job classification:
Graduate Teacher Program
Contact:
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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