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Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including knowledge and understanding of Auslan language learning and the ability to plan and implement an engaging and sequential teaching and learning program. Demonstrated experience in responding to diverse 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

As Balambalam's Auslan Teacher, you will have the opportunity to help shape a completely new specialist program.

Rather than stepping into an established program, you will work alongside school leaders and staff to develop an Auslan curriculum that grows with our students and our school.

The position will have a particular focus on:





- planning and delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate Auslan learning experiences for students from Foundation to Year 6
- developing a explicit and sequential Auslan curriculum and scope and sequence
- establishing assessment practices that monitor student learning and inform future teaching
- developing high-quality resources and learning environments to support the teaching of Auslan
- creating opportunities for students to use Auslan meaningfully and confidently
- promoting understanding and respect for Deaf culture, identity and community
- building authentic connections with the Deaf community and relevant organisations where appropriate
- working collaboratively with classroom teachers, specialist teachers and school leaders
- contributing to the continued development of inclusive practice across Balambalam
- helping make Auslan visible and valued throughout the school
- exploring broader opportunities for students to engage with Auslan beyond specialist lessons, including performances, community events and other whole-school initiatives.

As our program develops, there will be genuine scope for the successful applicant to bring ideas, creativity and expertise to the role and help determine what Auslan at Balambalam can become.

Student Learning and Participation

The Auslan Teacher will:





- develop positive and respectful relationships with students that promote engagement, confidence and curiosity
- plan and implement high-quality Auslan teaching and learning programs
- differentiate learning to respond to the diverse learning needs of students
- explicitly teach Auslan vocabulary, language structures and communication skills through engaging and purposeful learning experiences
- support students to develop confidence using Auslan to communicate
- incorporate learning about Deaf culture and community in ways that are respectful, authentic and age appropriate
- use assessment, observation and other evidence to monitor student learning and determine appropriate next steps
- provide feedback to students that supports their continued growth
- establish classroom routines and expectations that support high levels of participation and learning
- collaborate with staff to identify opportunities for Auslan to connect with broader school learning and events.

As this is a new language program for Balambalam Primary School, an important part of the role will be contributing to its establishment and long-term development.

The successful applicant will work collaboratively with Leadership to:

- develop the initial Foundation¿Year 6 Auslan curriculum and scope and sequence
- identify and develop appropriate teaching resources
- establish consistent approaches to planning, assessment and reporting
- contribute to decisions about how the program grows as student enrolments increase
- seek opportunities to connect students with authentic Auslan experiences
- establish relationships with m

📌 Auslan Teacher: Build a New Primary Program (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne