Department of Education Victoria – Melbourne VIC

24h ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Mooroolbark College is a school of just under 1,000 students located in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne. The school has a Student Family Occupation (SFO) Index of .45. The College is nestled in a residential area and has an outstanding vista of the Dandenong Ranges. The spacious and attractive grounds provide a safe and secure environment for the students and have excellent facilities that support the Teaching and Learning that takes place in all programs that promote the achievement of excellence.

Mooroolbark College’s focus is principally on academic excellence, with staff who are committed to continuous improvement of student learning outcomes. A balanced and diverse range of programs is available to allow students to choose and complete an appropriate pathway and extra-curricular activities to build on their strengths and interests. The College boasts a strong record of academic achievement within the Junior School Aspire program and the Victorian Certificate of Education. The College provides a stimulating and secure learning environment involving a wide network of community partnerships within the VCE, VCE VM and VET programs.

At Mooroolbark College our House System has an emphasis on pastoral care which is designed around a solid belief in students belonging to `something bigger than self`, something that values, protects and supports them, with distinct emphasis on the importance of relationships. House offices are located centrally around the Student Wellbeing & Learning Centre of which incorporates the College’s wellbeing team, First Aid, café and recreational seating as well as the College library. Each House consists of a House Leader,



two Cluster Co-ordinators, a Learning Mentor and a Pathways Advisor.

With a focus on SWPBS, our College values of Respect, Resilience, Compassion and Endeavour are central in all college operations. The teaching and learning program is built on an embedded instructional model incorporating engage, explain, action and review. Whilst our College values span throughout all year levels, Year 7 has a specific focus on Resilience, Year 8 on Respect, Year 9 on Endeavour and Year 10 on Compassion.

The school values educational leadership and our School Improvement Team consists of the Principal Class, Business Manager (ES), Inclusion Leader (ES) and all Leading Teachers and Learning Specialists.

The College is proud of the tradition that is built around Student Leadership, SRC and House Captains, Academic Awards and Sporting Achievements.

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.

As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.

Classroom teacher Range 2

Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies

📌 Classroom Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne