Job Description
Nathalia Secondary College aims to prepare students for an ever-changing world. Developing teenagers into young adults and giving them the knowledge and skills to be work ready or continue with further studies when they leave our college. Creating, in partnership, with parents and community; students who are well balanced, respectful, motivated, aspiring and contributing citizens. At Nathalia Secondary College our vision is to inspire successful and passionate learners. All members of the college community live the school values C.
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- Caring
- Learning
- Accountability
- Respect Social
- community and demographic Nathalia Secondary College was established in 1919. We have an excellent reputation as a public school in our community. We have a great tradition of excellence and being able to put the student at the centre of everything we do. We aim to get each student either work ready or onto further study. Current SFO of 0.5600. Nathalia is a ’can do’ community. We support one another while being caring and concerned for each other. Student voice is an integral part of college planning. Enrolments are currently sitting at 100 students. Staffing consists of a Principal, Assistant Principal and Leading Teacher. There is a total of 15 teachers and 15 educational support staff, including a Mental Health Practitioner and Student Wellbeing Officer. We have a house system and

we offer
a variety of co‑cultural enhancement and enrichment activities for our students. With our small numbers, we look after the individual in a holistic way. Having said this, curriculum is set with Year 7/8 (electives in Arts and Technology), 9/10 (electives across Arts, Science, Humanities, PE and Technology) and Senior School certificates.



An active School Council that values parent contributions about the direction of our College and how we maintain our good reputation whilst challenging, preparing and engaging our students (their children). We seek the support of our community through the Nathalia Learning Community, also with links to local businesses. We use this to value add to our Careers program. 50% of our staff are based and live in the local community, which is a positive in a rural town. Our unique partnership with St. Mary of the Angels Catholic College is very positive and beneficial; with sharing of VCE classes and the Trade Training Centre project enhance opportunities for all students. Together with Nathalia Primary School, St Mary of the Angels and St Francis Primary Catholic School we form the Nathalia Learning Community. Ensuring the delivery of a consistent approach to education in Nathalia. We are all proud of this alliance as it ensures great outcomes for students as well as being a pillar for the commerce priorities of a small rural thriving community. Educational Innovative, vibrant and progressive educational provision for Year 7
- 12. VCE, VET and VCEVM / VPC courses. Provider for VET Building and Construction Cert II and Salon Assistant Cert II.

We offer
enough within our curriculum which builds capacity in our students to meet the challenges of a world outside of our College and ensure they can become active contributors to the community they live in.



Many of our activities are driven by student passion and interests, which does make for engaging programs. Staff and parents are very supportive of initiatives that are offered. Excellent pathways so students can be successful in gaining access to tertiary placements, apprenticeship, traineeships, work and TAFE options. Successful exit destinations that meet student’s aspirations. Literacy initiatives, HIT's and Teaching Practices are our highest priority across all levels. Every teacher is a Literacy Teacher. Positive Behaviour in Schools is the model for managing student behaviour. Technological We aim for a 1:1 allocation of computers through specified or school provided devices. Every learning space has Wi‑Fi capability for staff and students. All teaching staff have laptops and/or iPads. Staff and Students use the student management system, SIMON. Grounds are well maintained, including grassed areas and natural flora surrounds. In 2020 a new modular building was installed and provides a new admin front office, foods room and recent toilet facilities. In 2021 a new PE shed was built to house a gym and music facilities. 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 providin

📌 Secondary Classroom Teacher (Nathalia)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Nathalia