Classroom Teacher-Graduates Encouraged to Apply

Department of Education Victoria – Ballarat VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Sebastopol Primary School was established in 1873 and is located in a residential area on the southern side of Ballarat. The school features an innovative design, with classrooms clustered around a bright central atrium and open-plan learning environments that encourage collaboration, connection and shared learning.

The school has a student population of approximately 114 students and proudly supports a diverse and inclusive school community. Many of our students come from low socio-economic backgrounds, and we are committed to ensuring every student is provided with the support, opportunities and high-quality learning experiences they need to succeed.

Sebastopol Primary School maintains high expectations for all students. We support our students to develop confidence in their own abilities, a strong sense of personal worth and the skills required to work effectively and respectfully with others.

Our core focus is on high-quality teaching and learning that leads to improved student outcomes, with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy. Our classroom programs are complemented by a broad range of specialist learning opportunities. Our Specialist Programs are AUSLAN, Art, Music, Physical Education and Science.

In addition to our classroom and specialist programs, we provide a range of targeted intervention and wellbeing supports designed to meet the individual needs of our students. These include our Wellbeing Hub and Music Therapy, alongside additional intervention programs that support student learning, engagement and wellbeing.

We strive to create a safe,



welcoming and inclusive environment where every student feels known, valued and supported. We strongly encourage partnerships with our parents, carers and the wider community and recognise the important role these relationships play in supporting positive outcomes for our students.

Sebastopol Primary School uses a School-Wide Positive Behaviour approach to establish clear and consistent expectations across the school and support students to develop positive citizenship and social skills. We also use restorative practices when working through challenges with students and families, with a focus on taking responsibility, repairing harm and restoring and strengthening relationships.

At Sebastopol Primary School, we are committed to creating an environment where students feel safe, connected and supported to learn, grow and achieve their best.

Selection Criteria

SC1Demonstrated 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.

SC2Demonstrated 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.

SC3Demonstrated 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.

SC4Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5Demonstrated 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 and priorities.

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