Classroom Teacher - English Literature/English

Department of Education Victoria – Templestowe Lower VIC

3d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Templestowe College is located 17 km east from the centre of Melbourne in Lower Templestowe, on Wurundjeri country. It is easily accessible by car from the Eastern Freeway and any of the major roads in the Northeast of Melbourne. It is also supported by an extensive bus network that operates around the school

The school is on 6.5 ha of land and incorporates significant green space, including a well-developed permaculture garden and a small farm. We also have extensive facilities in the arts, performing arts, technology, science, and a single court sport stadium with fully equipped fitness centre.

School profile

Over the last 15 years the school has transformed from a school of last resort to a thriving community, where we now have approximately 1250 students and demand for places outstrips supply. We continue to improve and innovate by having a transparent focus on both learning and wellbeing.

The learning environment promotes success in multiple ways based on our belief that every student should be achieving their best by embracing opportunities that are available at Templestowe College. Students have control over their learning program in our Flexible Learning Environment (FLE) that operates from year 8-10, and into our VCE programs. The FLE has more than 150 subjects from which to choose. This is a significant part of the approach we take at the college where student voice is at the centre.

The recent school review has identified the need for the school to refocus its work on student outcomes, to improve VCE and NAPLAN results,



whilst maintaining its excellence in areas such as wellbeing, inclusion, student voice and agency, and the provision of a calm and orderly learning environment.

A strength of our college is the excellent relationships that exist between the students and the staff at the school. Staff are committed to supporting the academic progress and wellbeing of students where strong, respectful relationships are the basis for all communication. Students are encouraged to interact closely with their teachers and seek help at any time.

Candidates are encouraged to visit our website at www.tc.vic.edu.au for further information on TC.

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 collaborative 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.

A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.

Range 2 c

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