Tarneit P-9 College opened its doors in January 2013 with an initial enrolment of 331 students. Since then, we have experienced rapid growth in line with our local community, reaching a peak enrolment of 2,366 students in 2023. Our current enrolment for 2025 is approximately 2000 students. Our core mission is to provide exceptional and inclusive educational opportunities to children in the diverse and expanding Tarneit area.

We are committed to high academic standards and excellence in all areas of school life. Our aim is to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and personal qualities needed to pursue their aspirations and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

The leadership of Tarneit P-9 College is dedicated to building teacher capacity and professional excellence. We aim to ensure that every student receives a high-quality, challenging, and engaging learning experiences. By fostering a positive educational workplace, we nurture a lifelong love of learning and equip students with the tools to become confident, resilient, and aspirational individuals.

In 2022, we introduced a `House Model¿ to enhance student connectedness and foster a strong sense of belonging. This model supports students in becoming active participants in their learning journey.

The Professional Learning Community (PLC) Model is a key framework at our college for developing teacher capability. Our priorities within the PLC model include:

- Building a culture where every staff member knows their students well and is accountable for their learning, growth, and wellbeing.
- Using student data to drive differentiated teacher development, ensuring all students make measurable and ambitious progress.




- Engaging both staff and students in constructive feedback processes to continuously improve teaching and learning.
- Establishing and maintaining high, shared expectations, supported through peer observation, reflection, and action on feedback.

During the previous strategic planning cycle, we implemented an instructional model, established clear processes to plan and implement high quality curriculum and strengthened collaborative practices. While these initiatives laid a strong foundation, we recognise the need for deeper embedding and further improvement in student outcomes.

Moving forward, we will continue to apply evidence-based teaching strategies, enhance the use of data to inform curriculum and instruction, and prioritise cognitive challenge through High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) and rich learning tasks. Our goal is to improve both student learning achievement and wellbeing.

Tarneit P-9 College also places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and a positive school culture. Programs such as School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) and Respectful Relationships (RR) are central to our approach. These initiatives are supported by a school-wide culture of positivity, proactivity, and mutual respect, where students, staff, and the wider community practice and model exemplary behaviour and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

We take pride in being an inclusive, innovative,



and forward-thinking school. Our dedicated staff are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to recognising and supporting their contributions. Our Coaching, Wellbeing, and Principal Class teams work collaboratively to support staff and ensure optimal outcomes for all students.

Our teaching practices are guided by high-impact, research-based pedagogy. We maintain high expectations for student growth, aiming for more than one year¿s progress for every student across all subject areas. As a community of highly skilled educators, we encourage students to inquire, problem-solve, create, and apply their knowledge in meaningful ways.

At Tarneit P-9 College, we are proud of the rich educational experiences we provide, tailored to the needs and aspirations of our diverse and talented student community. Our school culture is grounded in the core values of Learning, Inclusiveness, Responsibility, and Pride. These values underpin everything we do and reflect our unwavering commitment to the success of every student.

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 achievemen

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