Department of Education Victoria – Ferntree Gully VIC

3d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Fairhills Primary School is a small, safe school situated in Ferntree Gully within the city of Knox, Victoria. Fairhills Primary School opened in 1965 and is conveniently located on Manuka Drive near Fair Park Reserve.

With an enrolment of 95 studentswhich includes families who represent the wide cultural and social diversity of Knox. Fairhills Primary School provides a learning environment that nurtures high expectations, resilience and wellbeing in all students. The school recognises that students are life-long learners with a need to be socially adept, environmentally responsible and are encouraged to realise that they are part of a wider global community.

The Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plan focus on improving Literacy and Numeracy through the implementation of the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (V.T.L.M.), explicitly taught synthetic phonics and the implementation of the Victorian Mathematics 2.0 Curriculum. Teachers will work with the Literacy and Numeracy Leaders to drive best practice in the classroom. Wellbeing is an significant part of the school community at Fairhills Primary School with the STARR Values imbedded in everyday practice and present around the school.

The school has large, beautiful classrooms and buildings that have been recently renovated and these spaces are connected by The CORE, our information and research centre.

Large well-maintained grounds, that include four playgrounds and a recently installed covered basketball court, are part of the school environment.

Our staff are nurturing,



dedicated and highly trained and work in partnership with families.We are committed to providing the best education for our students through focus on quality teaching and learning, and continual improvement in student learning outcomes.

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.

- Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
- Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervise and train one or more student teachers
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