Department of Education Victoria – Castlemaine VIC

2d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Castlemaine North Primary School, established in 1878 and located in a residential area of Castlemaine, draws students from thetown and surrounding district. The nearest major regional centre is Bendigo, thirty kilometres to the north. The 2026 enrolment is 260.

The 2026 school structure is twelve classes - two Prep Grades, three Grade 1/2s, three Grade 3/4s and four Grade 5/6s. All class teachers work collaboratively with teaching buddies using the Teaching Sprints (PLC) structure. This class structure will continue into 2027.

Our purpose is to support our students to be courageous, inquiring learners who strive to do their best in a caring environment. At Castlemaine North we work from a foundation of TRUST. We show this through THOUGHTFULNESS, COURAGE, PASSIONand WONDER in how we learn and how we interact with each other, our COMMUNITY and our environment. These values andprinciples provide the norms for action, positive relationships and behaviours at the school. The school motto is LEARNING TOGETHER, GROWING TOGETHER.

Castlemaine North continues to promote the achievement of high-quality educational outcomes for all students in all curriculum areas.Our staff team is highly committed to ongoing professional learning to improve student achievement. The emphasis is on continuing to build capacity of staff to respond to the needs of all learners.

Castlemaine North's teaching and learning model is based on the gradual release of responsibility, within the Victorian Teaching and Learning model 2.0. At Castlemaine North, we want students to inquire from a place of knowledge.



We use teaching strategies that have been demonstrated by research to have a solid impact on student achievement outcomes. Teachers at Castlemaine North are supported by experienced staff to further develop and refine their teaching practice.

Students participate in four specialist programs: Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Languages (Indonesian) and Physical Education, which provide valuable experiences in the education of the whole child and ensure the delivery of all aspects of the Victorian Curriculum.

The pro-social and emotional skills program `Play is the Way' provides valuable social and emotional learning for all students throughguided play, classroom activities and an empowering language across the school. Individual inquiries across the school have allowed for increased voice and choice for students in their learning. We also use the Respectful Relationships curriculum.

Selection Criteria

SC1

Demonstrated knowledge of the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM) 2.0, with particular reference to the planning and explicit teaching elements.

SC2

Understanding of the approach to 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.

SC3

Demonstrated understanding of the elements of providing inclusive classrooms.

SC4





Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents and colleagues.

SC5

Demonstrated 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 classroom teac

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