Classroom Teacher (The Arts, Art & Music)

Department of Education Victoria – Blowhard VIC

4d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Mount Blowhard Primary School is approximately 15 kilometers north of Ballarat and is an integral part of the local community. Our well‑resourced school is set on large grounds with room for our students to run and play.Our learning programs and school events respect the history and traditions of our rural community. The school is in a wonderful position to provide the best of both worlds ¿ a rural education within reach of the city. Our School Vision is to ensure that all students achieve their academic, social, emotional and physical potential in a supportive and purposeful learning environment, where our school values of Respect, Responsibility, Excellence and Kindness underpin all interactions. Our School Values are supported by our School Rules: Be Honest, Be Safe, Be Nice, Be Positive, and Be a Learner.

Mount Blowhard Primary School has a proud history spanning over 140 years. From a small rural school, we attract enrolments from a wider area, reflecting housing growth on the outskirts of Ballarat. We value and promote strong home‑school partnerships and connections within the wider community. There were 79 students enrolled at the commencement of 2026 school year. The school structure consists of four classrooms: F, 1/2, 3/4 and 5/6.

The school is committed to evidence-based best practice. Our literacy and numeracy programs align with evidence-based teaching practices and deliver excellent results for all students. The science of learning, science or reading, cognitive load theory and explicit direct instruction inform our pedagogy, classroom practice and professional learning.





The well‑being of all students, families and staff is greatly valued. We have many practices in place to ensure an inclusive, caring and protected school environment for all. Mount Blowhard Primary School implements the 'School Wide Positive Behaviour Support' framework. This approach focuses on identifying, teaching and rewarding the behaviours we want to see in students.

Our school has a positive and accepting culture where effort is valued, and all students know the importance of trying their best. Each class engages in wellbeing lessons. These lessons incorporate content from the Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships program. There is also a focus on practicing gratitude, empathy and mindfulness.

Part-time specialist teaching staff ensure a balanced and well‑rounded curriculum, delivering programs in Physical Education, Art and Chinese. MARC Van provides a fortnightly library service for borrowing and returning of literature and the delivery of Histroy lessons. We also provide Multisensory Structured Language (MSL) intervention.

We believe in developing leadership skills in our students. Juniors are inspired to learn from older students as they lead assemblies, speak in public, greet visitors, thank guests, and perform in public.

Selection Criteria





- SC1Demonstrated capacity to effectively plan for and implement an engaging program in The Arts (Art & Music) based on the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 and respond 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 establishing and maintaining collaborative and positive relationships with staff, students, parents and the broader school community.
- SC4Demonstrated 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 stat

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