Classroom Teacher (Mickleham Fixed Term 0.6)
Job posted : 12 / 12 / 2024
Location : Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type : Part time / From 28 / 01 / 2025 - 26 / 01 / 2026
Organisation : Schools (Government)
Salary : Salary not specified
Occupation : Teacher
Reference : 1458672
Location Profile
Gaayip-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 LEARNING
In 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.
VISION
Gaayip-Yagila Primary School’s commitment to excellence will empower students to become connected, engaged and collaborative learners. Students will participate in high-quality teaching throughout every lesson, taking an active role in identifying their learning needs and co-constructing experiences aimed at their point of need.
SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS
At Gaayip-Yagila Primary School we have four key focuses :
1. We strive for excellence
2. We are respectful
3. We are kind
Selection Criteria
SC1 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, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.
Role
The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2. The 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 and improve their learning.
Responsibilities
* 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 Apply
Teachers 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 Employment
* All 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.
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