Location Profile

Location Profile Fountain Gate Secondary College was established as a Year 7-12 stand‑alone school located in the City of Casey in the southeast suburbs of Melbourne, approximately 40 kilometres from the Melbourne Central Business District. The school was registered in 2009 and has a total enrolment of 1116 students. Our Leadership Profile comprises the College Principal, 5 Assistant Principals, 11 Leading Teachers and 10 Learning Specialists. In total, there are 90 teachers and 65 Education Support staff. Fountain Gate Secondary College provides a Year 7 to Year 12 learning program through the Victorian Curriculum, the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Victorian Certificate of Education
- Vocation Major (VCE-VM) and a range of Victorian Education and Training (VET) offerings. Our shared purpose as a school community is captured in our vision: Knowing our students and giving every student every opportunity to thrive by providing high-quality learning and pathways to success, aligned with their interests, aspirations and strengths. To support the wellbeing and engagement of our students, we have a wellbeing team that works closely with Year Level leaders, Teachers, Students and the Community to implement strategies to increase educational outcomes. The wellbeing team is comprised of a Mental Health Practitioner, 4 Engagement and Wellbeing officers and the 'Doctors in Schools' program. We have an Inclusion team that works alongside wellbeing staff who support with the implementation of teaching strategies within the classroom to support the learning needs of students. Our Positive Education approach underpins all interactions across the school, providing a framework for explicitly teaching positive behaviours and fostering student wellbeing.



By harnessing students individual character strengths, we build self-esteem, a sense of belonging, and a meaningful connection to school. Central to this approach are our core school values of Respect, Honesty, Responsibility and Endeavour , which are embedded in every aspect of school life. These values are actively reinforced through our extensive awards system, which recognises and celebrates students who demonstrate them in their learning, relationships and contribution to the school community. The College successfully competes through several interschool sports, and our Rugby Academy supports students to achieve excellence both on and off the field. As part of our 2023-2026 School Strategic Plan, our college has three focus areas: 1. Improve student learning outcomes 2. Optimise student wellbeing and connectedness 3. Improve student engagement in learning Fountain Gate Secondary College is committed to providing a high‑quality educational program that supports all students to fulfil their potential and achieve their goals in life. The College values and embraces the diversity of its community that is drawn from different social, economic and cultural backgrounds. We have high expectations for all members of our school community and ensure this is matched with high levels of support. Applicants are requested to submit a current resume and a written response addressing the selection criteria.



For any enquiries regarding this role, please contact the College via 03 8762 6839.

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 skilled 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. As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the

📌 Classroom Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne